The second-round playoff clash in the Stanley Cup between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights will take place on May 11 at Rogers Place. The series score is 2-0 in favor of Edmonton. Edmonton vs. Vegas: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Edmonton Oilers
Chris Knoblauch's team strengthened their lead in the series by winning in overtime in the last away match with a score of 5-4. Notably, Edmonton allowed their opponent to come back from a 1-3 deficit. In the current Stanley Cup campaign, the club continues to lead in goals scored (36 goals) but also has the most goals conceded in this playoff, with 30 goals against. Additionally, Edmonton has the worst penalty kill percentage (59.3%).
- Edmonton has scored at least three goals in regular time in 7 of their last 10 NHL home games.
- The club has won 6 of their last 7 home matches in the league (2 in OT).
- At least six goals have been scored in regular time in 10 of Edmonton's last 12 NHL home games.
Vegas Golden Knights
Bruce Cassidy's side suffered a setback in the series, losing both home matches. For Vegas, Jack Eichel (0+3) and Viktor Olofsson (2+1) stood out. In this Stanley Cup campaign, the team ranks among the top three in goals conceded, with opponents scoring at least three goals per game on average. However, they are among the top five in power-play conversion (32%).
- Vegas has not won in regular time in 4 of their last 6 away matches in the league (3 draws, 1 loss).
- The team conceded no more than two goals in 60 minutes in 6 of their last 9 NHL away games.
- At least six goals have been scored in regular time in 6 of Vegas's last 8 league games.
Edmonton vs. Vegas: Match Prediction
The teams' execution in this series has been consistently strong, with key players making their presence felt, especially in crucial moments. In the current matchup, the opponents have not scored less than six goals in regular time, and there are no signs that this consistency will break in the upcoming encounter. Vegas will undoubtedly learn from their two home defeats, so their scoring will not decrease, and they will struggle to contain Edmonton's attack.
In the last five NHL meetings at Edmonton's venue, at least six goals have been scored in regular time. Similar scoring has been observed in 5 of Chris Knoblauch's last 6 home league games and in 6 of the last 8 NHL games involving Vegas. I believe the teams will maintain their scoring pace. My prediction: Total over 5.5 goals
