The Edmonton Oilers will host the Anaheim Ducks for Game 1 of their first-round series at Rogers Place on Monday. They finished the regular season in second and third place in the Pacific Division.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers head-to-head and key stats
- Ducks are 3-2 against the Oilers in the last five regular season games
- Ducks are No. 2 in goals scored in their division with 273, Oilers are No. 1 with 282
- Ducks are No. 6 in goals allowed in their division with 288, Oilers are No. 5 with 269
Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers game preview
The Ducks ended their postseason drought, qualifying for for the first time since the 2017-18 season. They have been strong with their attacks and are hoping for a a deep run this year.
Meanwhile, the Oilers are looking to win the Stanley Cup after consecutive finals losses to the Florida Panthers.
Oilers’ predicted lineup against the Ducks (subject to change)
Forwards:
Matthew Savoie — Connor McDavid — Zach Hyman
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins — Jason Dickinson — Jack Roslovic
Vasily Podkolzin — Josh Samanski — Kasperi Kapanen
Max Jones — Adam Henrique — Trent Frederic
Defensemen:
Mattias Ekholm — Evan Bouchard
Darnell Nurse — Connor Murphy
Jake Walman — Spencer Stastney
Goaltenders:
Connor Ingram — Tristan Jarry
Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers odds and prediction
Edmonton is a -175 favorite, while Anaheim is a +145 underdog. The puck line is set at +1.5 for the Avalanche at -166, and the Oilers at +140. The over/under is 6.5 goals.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers betting tips
Over/under: Take under 6.5 goals (+114)
Money line: Take Edmonton to win (-175)
Puck line: Take Edmonton to cover the -1.5 spread (+140)
Edited by Victor Ramon Galvez
