The Edmonton Oilers are favored to advance past the first round over the LA Kings in the 2024 NHL Playoffs.
For the third-straight season, the Oilers and Kings meet in the opening round. The odds favor Edmonton, who are 2-0 in the postseason series dating back to 2022.
Edmonton vs LA Current Season Betting Results
Edmonton vs LA Playoff Betting History
Edmonton vs LA Expert Pick & Analysis
Last 10 Meetings Betting Results
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Edmonton vs LA playoff series odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Edmonton Oilers | -400 |
| Los Angeles Kings | +330 |
Odds as of April 24
After having their playoff run end early two straight years by Edmonton, the Kings will look for payback. Oddsmakers are giving them a chance, too. At +160, LA enters with the shortest underdog odds of the last three years.
In the last 10 series played, the Kings have only been crowned favorites once, which was in the conference semi-finals against Anaheim in 2014.
| Series Score | Odds |
|---|---|
| Oilers 4-1 | +275 |
| Oilers 4-2 | +380 |
| Oilers 4-0 | +400 |
| Oilers 4-3 | +450 |
| Kings 4-3 | +750 |
| Kings 4-2 | +900 |
| Kings 4-1 | +2000 |
Odds as of April 24
The fewest games it has taken Edmonton to knock off LA was six. That was last season when the Oilers entered the series as generous -280 favorites.
Of the four times the Kings have snagged a postseason spot in the last decade, they have failed to advance past the first round in each. Yikes.
Edmonton vs LA betting results
| Date | Home Team ML | Away Team ML | Final Score | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 28th | Edmonton (-160) | Los Angeles (+140) | 4-1 Oilers | 6 (U) |
| February 26th | Edmonton (-160) | Los Angeles (+140) | 4-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| February 10th | Los Angeles (+105) | Edmonton (-125) | 4-0 Kings | 6.5 (U) |
| December 30th | Los Angeles (-120) | Edmonton (+100) | 3-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
The Oilers won three of four meetings against the Kings this season, including going undefeated while hosting them at Rogers Place.
Despite Edmonton's prolific offense, each game fell short of hitting the OVER. Looking further back, the UNDER is 8-2 in the last 10 regular season outings between these two.
Notable Player Performances
Connor McDavid: Bet you weren't expecting to see this name! Ignoring my blatant sarcasm, there's no undermining McDavid's success this season, becoming the fourth in NHL history to record at least 100 assists.
Breaking down Connor McDavid's 100 assists:
— NHL (@NHL) April 16, 2024
62 – Primary assists
38 – Secondary assists
35 – Assists on Zach Hyman’s goals
26 – Multi-assist games in a season
14 – Different goal scorers assisted on
5 – Games with four-plus assists pic.twitter.com/zrEjNq85ok
The milestone is massive and shows the captain's capability to make the players surrounding him better. Relying on McDavid's play-making skills while also having the safety net of his goalscoring abilities to fall back on makes the Oilers a lethal threat.
Quinton Byfield: Something about lining up against Edmonton sends an adrenaline run through this kid's veins. Byfield is having a strong season to say the least, obliterating his previous best to record a career-high 55 points.
The 21-year-old was printed on the scoresheet, earning at least a point in all four meetings with the Oilers this season. His best performances of the year were against McDavid's group and guaranteed that will only boost his confidence heading into this playoff series.
Edmonton vs LA Historical playoff betting trends
| Date | Home Team ML | Away Team ML | Final Score | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 (Game 6) | Los Angeles (+145) | Edmonton (-165) | 5-4 Oilers | 6.5 (O) |
| 2023 (Game 5) | Edmonton (-230) | Los Angeles (+190) | 6-3 Oilers | 6.5 (O) |
| 2023 (Game 4) | Los Angeles (+165) | Edmonton (-195) | 5-4 Oilers | 6.5 (O) |
| 2023 (Game 3) | Los Angeles (+135) | Edmonton (-155) | 3-2 Kings | 6.5 (U) |
| 2023 (Game 2) | Edmonton (-250) | Los Angeles (+210) | 4-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| 2023 (Game 1) | Edmonton (-220) | Los Angeles (+180) | 4-3 Kings | 6.5 (O) |
| 2022 (Game 7) | Edmonton (-220) | Los Angeles (+180) | 2-0 Oilers | 6 (U) |
| 2022 (Game 6) | Los Angeles (+120) | Edmonton (-140) | 4-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| 2022 (Game 5) | Edmonton (-230) | Los Angeles (+190) | 5-4 Kings | 6.5 (O) |
| 2022 (Game 4) | Los Angeles (+150) | Edmonton (-170) | 4-0 Kings | 6.5 (U) |
| 2022 (Game 3) | Los Angeles (+130) | Edmonton (-150) | 8-2 Oilers | 6.5 (O) |
| 2022 (Game 2) | Edmonton (-210) | Los Angeles (+180) | 6-0 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| 2022 (Game 1) | Edmonton (-200) | Los Angeles (+170) | 4-3 Kings | 6 (O) |
Edmonton has met LA in the playoffs nine times, with the Oilers coming out on top in seven of those series. The Kings haven't defeated the Oilers in the playoffs since 1989.
Despite the series' success and being heavily favored entering the first round, Edmonton has yet to win Game 1 against the Kings in the last two series meetings.
Edmonton vs LA playoff series expert pick: Oilers 4-3 (+400)
I wouldn't count the Kings out too quickly, especially if your sole reasoning is using recent playoff history to support your argument.
There's no denying the Kings have looked significantly better under Jim Hiller, who was promoted to interim head coach in February. Not only did LA wrap up with a promising 21-12-1 record under Hiller, but its advanced stats also inflated.
Jim Hiller ends his 1st regular season as #goKingsgo head coach with a 21-12-1 record.
— The Bannermen (@TheBannermenPod) April 19, 2024
For reference, Todd McLellan's record this season was 23-15-10. 6 of those 10 OT/SO losses were between Dec 30-Jan 28th.
The Kings (54.56%) and Oilers (57.11%) sit third and fourth in expected goal rankings. Plus, over two and a half months, the Kings' powerplay has jumped to 23.7% proving their offensive has hit a decent groove.
The defense has never had an issue, allowing 2.56 (3rd) and killing 84.6% (2nd) of penalties.
However, Edmonton has proved it can work around that robust defense three times this season. Scoring 292 goals this season, the fourth-most in the league, makes a case for the Oilers offense.
I still think this matchup will be closer than the odds suggest. I wouldn't be surprised if I flip once the series plays out.
Edmonton vs LA betting results last 10 meetings
| Date | Home Team ML | Away Team ML | Final Score | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 28th, 2024 | Edmonton (-160) | Los Angeles (+140) | 4-1 Oilers | 6 (U) |
| Feb. 26th, 2024 | Edmonton (-160) | Los Angeles (+140) | 4-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| Feb. 10th, 2024 | Los Angeles (+105) | Edmonton (-125) | 4-0 Kings | 6.5 (U) |
| Dec. 30th, 2023 | Los Angeles (-120) | Edmonton (+100) | 3-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| Apr. 4th, 2023 | Edmonton (+120) | Los Angeles (-140) | 3-1 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| Mar. 30th, 2023 | Los Angeles (-180) | Edmonton (+160) | 2-0 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| Jan. 9th, 2023 | Los Angeles (-110) | Edmonton (-110) | 6-3 Kings | 6.5 (O) |
| Nov. 16th, 2022 | Edmonton (-135) | Los Angeles (+115) | 3-1 Kings | 6.5 (U) |
| Apr. 7th, 2022 | Los Angeles (+110) | Edmonton (-130) | 3-2 Oilers | 6.5 (U) |
| Mar. 30th, 2022 | Edmonton (-200) | Los Angeles (+165) | 4-3 Oilers | 6.5 (O) |
