The Edmonton Oilers will try to be nasty hosts on Friday when the Chicago Blackhawks pay a visit to Rogers Place.
Odds Shark score prediction models pick a 3-2.6 result in favor of the Oilers today. 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
This season the Edmonton Oilers are 17-18-2 overall while the Chicago Blackhawks are 17-14-5. As for the totals, Edmonton is 19-18 on the OU, and Chicago is 14-20-2. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Edmonton vs Chicago injuries news.
The Odds Shark NHL Power Rankings have the Edmonton Oilers at No. 8 and the Chicago Blackhawks at No. 17 heading into this contest.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Edmonton's No. 12-ranked offense, averaging 3 goals per game, against a Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 7 at 2.75 goals allowed. The Oilers power play is averaging 16.67% while the Blackhawks defense kills off 82.05% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Chicago lost its last outing, a 5-2 result against the Canucks on December 28. Bettors who backed the Canucks at +112 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (7) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.
Edmonton was a 4-3 loser in its last match on the road against the Jets. They lost as +113 underdogs, while the total score of 7 made winners of OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago at Calgary, Sunday, December 31st
Edmonton home to Winnipeg, Sunday, December 31st