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Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: April 24, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Rogers Place — Edmonton, AB

Article updated Apr 23, 6:35 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In Game Two of the First Round, the Los Angeles Kings will be facing the Edmonton Oilers after a tough loss in Game One, where they were outplayed and lost 7-4. The Oilers,

Game outlook

In Game Two of the First Round, the Los Angeles Kings will be facing the Edmonton Oilers after a tough loss in Game One, where they were outplayed and lost 7-4. The Oilers, who were favored entering the series, dominated with a strong performance. The Kings are looking to bounce back and even the series, while the Oilers aim to maintain their lead. The upcoming game is sure to be an exciting one. Additionally, if you're looking for help with NHL Picks this season, we have the best options available. Edmonton is the betting favorite for Game Two, opening at -180 with the line remaining steady.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Kings +155 | Oilers -180

Spread: Kings +1.5 (-162) | Oilers -1.5 (+140)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 64%.

Los Angeles Kings

The Kings started their series on a tough note, despite a strong offensive performance with four goals scored. Pierre-Luc Dubois and Adrian Kempe led the way with a goal and an assist each, while other members of the offense also contributed. However, the defense struggled, allowing seven goals in the loss. Drew Doughty and Michael Anderson stood out on defense, but the rest of the unit had difficulties containing the Oilers' offense. Goalie Cam Talbot also had a tough night, letting in six goals on 44 shots. Currently, the Kings are ranked 16th in offense, 4th in defense, with a power ranking of 8. Their record for the season is 44-28-11.

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Edmonton Oilers Analysis

The Edmonton Oilers had a strong offensive performance in Game One, led by key players such as Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman. The top two lines contributed significantly to the team's victory, with support from other members of the offense including Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Adam Henrique, Warren Foegele, and defenseman Evan Bouchard. However, the defense struggled, allowing four goals, and goaltender Stuart Skinner had a tough game, letting in four goals on 37 shots. Despite these challenges, the Oilers have a power ranking of 3 and rank 4th in offense and 10th in defense. Los Angeles has had recent success against Edmonton, winning their last three matchups.

Oilers Demonstrate Strong Control in Game One, Poised to Continue Dominance in Upcoming Match

In Game One, the Oilers demonstrated strong control and are poised to continue their dominance in the upcoming game. With a season average of 3.56 goals per game, the Oilers are anticipated to excel in both offensive and defensive play. Key players such as Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are expected to lead the forward unit, creating scoring opportunities through strategic passing. On defense, players like Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm aim to prevent the Kings from establishing a strong offense by creating turnovers and limiting shots on goal. This defensive strategy will enable goaltender Stuart Skinner to showcase his abilities in making crucial saves. With a solid performance on home ice, the Oilers are forecasted to secure a victory and successfully cover the spread, potentially securing a 2-0 series lead.

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SportsJaw Kings vs Oilers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Kings vs Oilers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings+155 → +160Moved
  • Moneyline · Edmonton Oilers-180 → -187Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings+1.5 (-168) → +1.5 (-155)Moved
  • Spread · Edmonton Oilers-1.5 (+140) → -1.5 (+133)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Kings
3-5 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Edmonton Oilers
8-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-04-23T10:35:34.119Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-04-22Los Angeles Kings 4 · Edmonton Oilers 7
  • 2024-03-28Los Angeles Kings 1 · Edmonton Oilers 4
  • 2024-02-26Los Angeles Kings 2 · Edmonton Oilers 4
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Kings defeated Edmonton Oilers 5-4

Los Angeles Kings defeated Edmonton Oilers 5-4 on April 24, 2024, a 1-goal decision in the series. Los Angeles Kings' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 3-1. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Kings +1.5 (-155) spread, Los Angeles Kings covered, while the 9 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

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  • DemarcusBryantMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings +155Win
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  • KrockpicksMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -180Loss
  • MikehuffMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -180Loss
  • VfernandezMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -185Loss
  • JtgarciaMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -185Win
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  • TgodfreyMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings +160Win
  • MackintoshMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -185Loss
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  • MickeytMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -193Loss
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