The Edmonton Oilers (22-12-3) welcome the Anaheim Ducks (15-17-4) to Rogers Place on Friday night in what promises to be an intriguing Pacific Division matchup, with both teams showing contrasting recent forms.
The Ducks enter the contest riding a three-game winning streak, including impressive victories over New Jersey, Winnipeg, and notably, a 5-3 win against these same Oilers in their last meeting.
Edmonton, led by the dynamic duo of Leon Draisaitl (27 goals, 56 points) and Connor McDavid (15 goals, 54 points), has won four of their last six games and boasts an impressive 9-1 record in their last ten home games.
While the Oilers maintain their position as one of the NHL's most potent offensive teams, averaging 3.2 goals per game, the Ducks have shown remarkable resilience despite averaging just 2.4 goals per game.
The absence of Trevor Zegras for Anaheim and Evander Kane for Edmonton could play crucial roles in determining the outcome of this divisional clash.
As these Pacific Division rivals prepare to face off, both teams' recent performances suggest this could be a more closely contested battle than their positions in the standings might indicate.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks: who will win?
For tonight's Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks matchup, our predictive model gives the Oilers a 53.33% chance of defeating the Ducks.
Edmonton Oilers: 53.33% win probability
- Superior offensive output (121 goals scored vs Ducks' 95)
- Better overall record (22 wins vs Ducks' 16)
- Stronger recent form (WLLWW vs Ducks' WWWLL)
Anaheim Ducks: 46.67% win probability
- Lower scoring efficiency (95 goals scored, ranked bottom 5 in league)
- Poor defensive record (114 goals against vs league average of 116)
- Inconsistent performance (17 losses in 37 games played)
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Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks odds
| Edmonton Oilers | Anaheim Ducks | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -425 (via bet365 US) | +340 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Edmonton Oilers have won 22 out of 37 matches this season.
- 2The Anaheim Ducks have won 16 out of 37 matches this season.
- 3With 47 points, the Edmonton Oilers holds the 7th position in the league standings.
- 4Anaheim Ducks's 36 points place them 12th in the rankings.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks form
Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks head to head
Edmonton Oilers
83%
Anaheim Ducks
17%
Dec 29, 2024
Anaheim Ducks
5 : 3
Edmonton Oilers
Mar 30, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
6 : 1
Anaheim Ducks
Feb 10, 2024
Anaheim Ducks
3 : 5
Edmonton Oilers
Jan 1, 2024
Anaheim Ducks
2 : 7
Edmonton Oilers
Nov 27, 2023
Edmonton Oilers
8 : 2
Anaheim Ducks
Apr 6, 2023
Anaheim Ducks
1 : 3
Edmonton Oilers
