The Vegas Golden Knights (42-27-8) travel to face off against the Edmonton Oilers (47-24-5) on Wednesday, April 10th. This game will be played at Rogers Place in Edmonton and televised on TNT. The Oilers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Golden Knights are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Canucks. Puck drop is set for 8:30 ET.

Golden Knights vs Oilers

The Vegas Golden Knights Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

With a record of 42-27-8, Vegas comes into tonight’s game in 8th place in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, the Golden Knights are in 4th place, and they have gone 14-10 against divisional opponents this year. On the road, Vegas has a record of 18-16-6, and they have lost their last two games away from home.

Over their last ten games, the Golden Knights have gone 6-4, and they have gone 3-2 over their last five games. As the underdog this season, Vegas has gone 14-9-4, and they have gone 1-2 in their last three games.

On the road, Vegas has gone 3-2 against the puck line in their last five games and 19-21 for the season. So far, the Golden Knights have 26 wins by multiple goals and 16 by just one goal.

Overall, their puck line record is 39-38, and they have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. As the underdog, Vegas has a puck line record of 21-6, and their average scoring margin on the road is -.2 goals per game.

Coming off a 4-3 loss on the road to the Canucks, the Golden Knights are hoping to bounce back today. Offensively, the Golden Knights registered two goals during the first period and one time in the second period. Out of Vegas’ three goals, two were scored during power plays. They concluded the game with 23 shots on goal and had two giveaways.

Despite the defeat, Vegas managed to cover the puck line, going into the game as the underdogs. The combined total of 7 goals exceeded the over/under line, which was set at 6 goals for the game.

The Edmonton Oilers Are Coming Off A Win

At home this season, the Oilers have gone 26-8-3, and they have won five straight games at home. Against other teams in the Western Conference, Edmonton has gone 28-16 this year. Over their last ten games, the Oilers have gone 6-4, and they have won two straight games as the favorite.

So far this year, Edmonton has gone 47-24-5 overall, and they are in 2nd place in the Pacific Division. In the Western Conference standings, the Oilers are in 5th place, and they have been favored in 66 of their 76 games.

At home this season, the Oilers have a puck line record of 21-16 and an average scoring margin of +1.5 goals per game. So far, they have 33 wins by multiple goals and 14 wins by just one goal.

Overall, Edmonton has a puck line record of 36-40, including going 2-1 against the puck line in their last three games. As the favorite, the Oilers’ puck line record is 32-34, and they have covered the puck line in two straight games.

The Oilers recently played against the Flames and secured a win with a score of 4-2. The Oilers’ offense scored in each period against the Flames. Of Edmonton’s four goals, two came while in power play. They ended the game with 27 shots on goal and had seven giveaways.

Edmonton also picked up a win against the puck line, coming into the game favored by -1.5. The game finished below the over/under line of 6.5 with a combined total of 6 goals.

Vegas Offense Breakdown

Offensively, the Golden Knights come into the game at 3.2 goals per contest placing 14th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 16th position in the league. This season, the Golden Knights have a 21-15 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 19-12 record.

The Golden Knights come in with an over/under record of 38-39-0. Over the course of the season, they have had 40 games failing to surpass the 6.5 goal over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is at 6.2 per game.

Oilers Offense Breakdown

On offense, the Oilers are averaging 3.6 goals per game which is 5th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 5th in the league. In terms of the Oilers’ offense during power plays, they are 5th in power play goals and 12th in shorthanded goals.

The Oilers’ over/under record this season is 33-40-3. For the season, they have had 40 games failing to surpass this game’s over/under line of 6.5. Overall, their games are averaging 6.5 goals per game.

Vegas Team Defense

Defensively, the Golden Knights are currently 13th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.6 shots per game against Vegas. They also are 23rd in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.

Edmonton Team Defense

The Oilers defense is currently 30th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.3 shots per game against Edmonton. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 24th with 3 shutouts.

Golden Knights vs Oilers Trends

• Through their last ten road games, Vegas has an puck line record of just 3-7. However, their overall record was 4-6 while averaging 3 goals per game.
• Across their last five home contests, Edmonton has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 4-1. Their overall mark in these games was 5-0, while averaging 5 goals per game.
• As the betting underdog, the Oilers have an puck line record of 4-1 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 4-1.
• In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Golden Knights have a straight up record of 2-1, while going 1-2 against the spread.

Golden Knights vs Oilers Prediction

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Oilers to take down the Golden Knights at home. With the moneyline currently at -122, I’m placing my bet on the Oilers straight-up.

For a puck line pick, we are going with the Oilers to win and cover. Look for the Oilers to win this one by multiple goals over the Golden Knights.

If you’re looking at the the over/under line set at 6.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will stay below that threshold, and we strongly suggest placing a bet on the under.

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