LA Kings vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction 4-26-24 Picks

In this article we will formulate a LA Kings vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction for this NHL game on Friday, April 26th at Crypto.Com Arena. 

Kings Suddenly Have Momentum

The Kings suddenly have momentum after they were able to pick up a win on Wednesday, and now they have the home ice advantage. In the first game the Kings defense was a major issue giving up seven goals. In the last game the defense was still an issue giving up four goals, but the offense scored five goals and that was enough for the victory. At the end of the first period on Wednesday, the Kings were up 3-1 and they were in a very good position. In the second period, the defense gave up two goals. The game ended up tied at the end of the third period and it took a goal in overtime to secure the win. 

Adrian Kempe Has Been Impressive in the Playoffs

Adrian Kempe had a strong game by the Kings scoring two goals. Anze Kopitar scored a goal and added two assists. Cam Talbot started in goal and saved 27 of the 31 shots. In this game, the Kings are going to need the defense to step up in a big way. 

How Do the Oilers Bounce Back?

The Oilers looked impressive in the first game of the series scoring seven goals and they had a ton of confidence heading into Wednesday’s game. Connor McDavid didn’t score a goal in that game, but he did have five assists. Zach Hyman had a strong game scoring three goals and adding one assist. In the last game, the Oilers fell behind 3-1, but in the second period, they were able to tie up the game. In the third period, they fell behind quickly and they ended up losing 5-4. Dylan Holloway did have a strong game scoring two goals. Stuart Skinner started in goal and he saved 21 of the 26 shots that he faced. The Oilers need to find a way to play better defense or this is going to be a long game.

Los Angeles Kings Team Facts

• The Kings have won nine of their last 10 games at Crypto.com Arena.
• The Kings have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games as home underdogs.
• The Kings have won the second period in nine of their last 10 games at Crypto.com Arena.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Kings’ last eight games.

Edmonton Oilers Team Facts

• The Oilers have lost four of their last six games as favorites.
• The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the Oilers’ last five games at Crypto.com Arena.
• The home team has won the second period in four of the Oilers’ last five games.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Oilers’ last eight games as favorites against the Kings.

LA Kings vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Prediction

The first two games of this series has been high-scoring and it’s going to be no different in this game. Even on the road, the Oilers’ offense is going to continue to be strong, and that is going to be the difference here. The Kings and Oilers both have a ton of offensive talent and both teams are going to have no issue running up the score here. Look for nine or ten goals total to be scored here, and it will be another easy over bet.