The Edmonton Oilers look to emerge victorious in NHL odds action as the Chicago Blackhawks arrive at Rogers Place on Saturday.
Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 2.8-2.6 win for the Oilers. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Chicago Blackhawks will try to spoil to the party on Saturday; they are 34-17-5 this season, while the Oilers are 29-18-8. Chicago is 23-22-11 on the totals; Edmonton is 19-32-4. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Edmonton vs Chicago injuries news.
The Blackhawks - Oilers odds would favor the Oilers if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Edmonton is rated No. 13 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Chicago is at No. 22.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the Edmonton Oilers No. 12-ranked offense (2.84 goals per game) against a Chicago Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 9 at 2.61 goals per game allowed. The Oilers Sportsbook has clicked at a 19.88% rate while the Blackhawks have a 76.51% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Blackhawks were a 5-2 Sportsbook in their most recent outing on the road against the Jets. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Chicago at +101 on the moneyline, while the total score (7) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago home to Edmonton, Saturday, February 18th
Edmonton home to Arizona, Tuesday, February 14th