Los Angeles (46-24-9) at Edmonton (47-28-5)
- When: Apr 14 2025, 10:00 PM
- Where: Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB, CAN
- TV: NHL Network
NHL Betting Preview & Expert Predictions: Kings vs. Oilers
Line: Edmonton -112 | Total: 5.5
NHL Game Overview:
The Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers are once again on a collision course for the Stanley Cup Playoffs — set to clash in the opening round for the fourth straight year. However, Monday night’s matchup in Edmonton carries significant playoff implications: the winner is likely to secure home-ice advantage in that upcoming series.
Los Angeles Kings Outlook:
The Kings (46-24-9, 101 points) come into this one riding momentum off a 5-4 win against the Avalanche, sitting two points above the Oilers in the Pacific standings. With three games left, a win on Monday locks up second place for Los Angeles. And they want that home edge badly — no team in the NHL has a better home record than the Kings at 31-5-4.
Their offense is red hot. Quinton Byfield has scored the opening goal in three straight games, Kevin Fiala just hit a personal best with his 34th goal, and Alex Laferriere is thriving on the top line. That unit has quietly become one of the NHL’s most effective trios.
Edmonton Oilers Outlook:
The Oilers (47-28-5, 99 points) are in good form, winners of three in a row. They return home after knocking off the top-seeded Jets 4-1 in Winnipeg — even though the Jets rested key players, it was a solid all-around performance by Edmonton.
Connor McDavid is heating up at the perfect time, notching nine assists in his last three games and currently riding a 16-game point streak (with a brief injury break in the middle). He enters Monday with 99 points and is clearly pushing to hit triple digits.
Edmonton also got a lift with Stuart Skinner returning to goal and Corey Perry stepping up offensively while Leon Draisaitl remains sidelined. Perry has produced 18 goals and 29 points in a depth role, proving to be a critical contributor when injuries hit.
Betting Prediction:
This is essentially a playoff preview, and both squads are ramping up. The Kings have been a home juggernaut, but this one’s on the road — and the Oilers have had their number in recent playoff history. Still, LA is healthy, surging, and playing with confidence, while Edmonton is still managing injuries.
Final Score Prediction:
Kings 4, Oilers 3 (OT)
Take the Oilers on the moneyline (-112) and look for the Over 5.5 (-115) to cash in a playoff-style shootout.
Props to Watch:
Kevin Fiala Over 0.5 Goals – He’s in great form and always dangerous on the power play.
Connor McDavid Over 1.5 Assists – He’s facilitating at an elite level again.
Quinton Byfield Anytime Goal Scorer – Red-hot in the first period and due to strike again.
Expect playoff intensity with no shortage of offense.
- NHL Odds source: Bobada Sportsbook
