Edmonton Oilers (44-26-5) vs. LA Kings (43-23-9)
April 5, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
The Line: LA Kings -180 / Edmonton Oilers 150; Over/Under: 5.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Kings vs Oilers prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, April 5, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Edmonton Oilers Betting Preview
The Edmonton Oilers (44-26-5, 27-48 ATS) are close to securing the playoff spot after winning the last three games. Edmonton beat the Calgary Flames at home in overtime and then opened a four-game road trip with wins over the Golden Knights and Sharks. The Oilers are 3rd in the Pacific Division Standings with 93 points, two behind the Kings and five behind the first-placed Golden Knights.
The Oilers average 3.23 goals per game this year (11th), while they allow 2.91 GPG (14th). Leon Draisaitl leads the team with 106 points (52 G and 54 A). Connor McDavid contributes 90 points (26 G and 64 A), while Evan Bouchard has 62 points (13 G and 49 A).
Los Angeles Kings Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Kings (43-23-9, 37-38 ATS) are in excellent form lately, as they won 12 of the previous 15 games. The Kings are on a three-game winning streak after defeating the Sharks, Jets, and Hockey Club. They will spend the next four games at home. Los Angeles is 2nd in the Pacific Division Standings with 95 points, three behind the leaders Golden Knights.
The Kings score 2.96 goals per game on average (17th), while they concede 2.48 GPG (2nd). This season, Adrian Kempe leads the team with 63 points (33G and 30 A). Anze Kopitar has 62 points (19 G and 43 A), while Kevin Fiala chips in with 51 points (29 G and 22 A).
Darcy Kuemper (27-10-7) is expected to start for the Kings at the goal on Saturday against the Oilers. The 34-year-old is allowing 2.08 goals per game this year with a .920 SV% and four shutouts.
Why the Kings will beat the Oilers
- The Kings have won 10 of their last 11 home games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Kings have covered the puck line in 11 of their last 12 day games at Crypto.com Arena against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Oilers have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight day games.
- The Oilers have lost the third period in five of their last six games as underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
Total Goals Facts
- Nine of the last 10 games between teams from the same division have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Each of the Oilers’ last five games at Crypto.com Arena following a road win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Six of the Kings’ last seven games at Crypto.com Arena following a road win have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Oilers’ last six day games.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in four of the Kings’ last five games as favorites against the Oilers.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Los Angeles Kings rank 7th in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (81.48%).
- The Los Angeles Kings rank 1st in the league for Period 1 goals allowed per game this season (0.56).
- The Edmonton Oilers rank T1st in the league in short-handed goals allowed this season (3).
- The Edmonton Oilers rank T1st in the league for Period 2 goals scored per game this season (1.29).
Kings vs Oilers Prediction
The Oilers won seven of the previous ten H2H encounters, including four of the last five, while the series is tied at 1-1 this season. Both teams have played well recently, but I am giving an advantage to the Kings because the Oilers are coming to L.A. without their best two players – Draisaitl and McDavid. Two of them combined for nearly 200 points this season, so I think Edmonton will struggle offensively against one of the best defenses and best home teams in the NHL. The Kings have hit the Moneyline in 32 of their last 43 games at home. I am backing the Kings to win and secure the playoffs.
