The visiting Vancouver Canucks hope for a solid performance on Saturday as they look to steal a win at Rogers Place against the Edmonton Oilers.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
On the Sportsbook NHL betting line for this matchup, Edmonton sat as -170 favorites over at Sportsbook. The total was set at 5.5 at Sportsbook but may move closer to puck drop.
Odds Shark computer prediction formulas pick a 3.3-2.2 win for the Oilers on Saturday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
20-23-3 Edmonton battles the Canucks, currently with a 18-21-6 mark. The OVER/UNDER records, important for totals bettors, are 22-24 for the Oilers and 25-20 for the Canucks. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Edmonton vs Vancouver injuries news.
The Canucks - Oilers odds would favor the Oilers if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Edmonton is rated No. 21 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Vancouver is at No. 26.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Edmonton's No. 25-ranked offense, averaging 2.74 goals per game, against a Canucks defense that ranks No. 26 at 3.27 goals allowed. The Oilers power play is averaging 15.45% while the Canucks defense kills off 77.12% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Vancouver was a 3-2 Sportsbook in its last match on the road against the Wild. They won as +162 underdogs, while the total score of 5 made Sportsbooks of UNDER bettors.
Edmonton won its last outing, a 3-2 result against the Golden Knights on January 13. Bettors who backed the Oilers at +165 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.
Next Betting Matchups
Vancouver at Winnipeg, Sunday, January 21st
Edmonton home to Buffalo, Tuesday, January 23rd