In this article we will formulate a Canucks vs Oilers prediction for this NHL game on Thursday, October 1st at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Vancouver Canucks Betting Preview
The Vancouver Canucks are 1-0-0 this season after they defeated the Oilers in overtime by a score of 6-5 to start the year. Vancouver led 5-2 in the third period, but they blew the lead with 43 seconds left, before winning in OT. The Canucks recorded 23 shots on goal, won 40% of the face-offs, and went 1-2 on the power play in the game. Vancouver was led by Paul Cotter, who had two goals and three shots, while Kevin Lankinen stopped 32 out of 37 shots for an .865 save percentage in the win.
Last year, Vancouver went 25-49-8 and finished with 58 points, which was last in the Pacific Division. Vancouver was 32 points out of the last playoff spot and 37 points behind Vegas in first. The Canucks started the year with a 5-1 win over the Flames, but lost their second game 3-1 against the Oilers. Vancouver scored 210 goals last year, which was 30th in the NHL, while they allowed 314 goals against, which was 32nd.
Edmonton Oilers Betting Preview
The Edmonton Oilers are 0-0-1 this year after they lost to the Canucks in overtime by a score of 6-5 on Tuesday. Edmonton was tied 2-2 after the second period, but they needed three goals in the last 12 minutes, before losing in overtime. The Oilers recoded 37 shots on goal, won 60% of the face-offs, and went 1-4 on the power play in the game. Edmonton was led by Bouchard, who had three goals and two assists, while Tristan Jarry stopped 17 out of 23 shots, which was a .739 save percentage.
Last season, Edmonton went 41-30-11 and they finished with 93 points, which was second in the Pacific Dickson. The Oilers were just two points behind the Golden Knights for first and they were one point ahead of the Ducks in third. Edmonton started the season with a 4-3 loss to the Flames, but bounced back with a 3-1 win over the Canucks. The Oilers scored 282 goals last year, which was 6th in the NHL, while they allowed 265 goals against, which was 25th.
Why the Vancouver Canucks will win
- The Oilers have lost five of their last six games as favorites.
- The Canucks have won four of their last five games as underdogs.
- The Oilers have failed to cover the puck line in six of their last seven games.
- The Canucks have covered the puck line in eight of their last 10 home games against the Oilers.
- The Oilers have lost the third period in each of their last three games as favorites at Rogers Arena when tied after the second period.
Why the Edmonton Oilers will win
- The Canucks have lost 10 of their last 11 games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Oilers have won each of their last five games after coming off overtime.
- The Oilers have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games against Western Conference opponents after coming off overtime.
- The Canucks have failed to cover the puck line in six of their last seven games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Canucks have lost the third period in 10 of their last 11 games following an overtime win.
Total Goals Facts
- Seven of the Canucks’ last eight games following an overtime win have gone OVER the total goals line.
- Five of the Oilers’ last six road openers have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Oilers’ last 10 games as favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Canucks’ last eight home games.
Vancouver Canucks Player Prop Facts
- Filip Hronek has recorded at least one assist in four of the Canucks’ last five games.
- Jake DeBrusk ranked T3rd in the league for Power Play Goals (19) last season.
Edmonton Oilers Player Prop Facts
- Leon Draisaitl has scored at least one goal in five of his last six appearances against the Canucks.
- Connor McDavid has recorded at least one assist in each of his last seven appearances against the Canucks.
- Connor McDavid ranked 1st in the league for Points (138) last season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Vancouver Canucks ranked 32nd in the league for goals against per game last season (3.83).
- The Vancouver Canucks ranked 32nd in the league in penalty kill percentage last season (71.49%).
- The Edmonton Oilers ranked 1st in the league in power play percentage last season (30.63%).
- The Edmonton Oilers ranked 6th in the league for goals per game last season (3.44).
Canucks vs Oilers Prediction
Vancouver blew a three goal lead in the third period on Tuesday, but they were able to rally for the overtime win. The Canucks were awful last year, so it was good to see them start on the right foot. Edmonton brought in a new head coach, but the defense was still bad, which has been an issue for years now. We know the Oilers are going to score plenty of goals, but I just don’t trust the defense or goaltending. Take the over here.