The Edmonton Oilers bring their impressive eight-wins-in-nine-games streak to Crypto.com Arena for a crucial Pacific Division matchup against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday afternoon.
This battle between second and third place in the division features two teams separated by just one point, with Edmonton (21-11-2) looking to extend their recent dominance over Los Angeles (19-10-5).
The Oilers' dynamic duo of Leon Draisaitl (24 goals, 52 points) and Connor McDavid (15 goals, 34 assists) leads one of the NHL's most potent offenses against the Kings' fourth-ranked defense, allowing just 2.5 goals per game.
While Edmonton has won six of their last seven meetings against Los Angeles, including an impressive road record at Crypto.com Arena, the Kings' strong home performance this season (10-2-1) suggests a competitive contest ahead.
The Kings, returning from a seven-game road trip, will need their top scorers Adrian Kempe (16 goals) and Anze Kopitar (37 points) to break through against an improving Oilers defense that has allowed just 2.8 goals per game.
As these Pacific Division rivals prepare to face off in what could be a pivotal game for playoff positioning, both teams' recent form and head-to-head history point to an intriguing Saturday afternoon showdown in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers: who will win?
For tonight's Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers matchup, our predictive model gives the Oilers a 63.33% chance of defeating the Kings.
Pre-game probabilities
Los Angeles Kings
Moneyline
Win %
36.67%
63.33%
Edmonton Oilers
Los Angeles Kings: 36.67% win probability
- Inconsistent recent form (LLWLW in last 5 games)
- Lower scoring efficiency (104 goals in 34 games)
- Struggling home performance (Recent losses affecting standing position)
Edmonton Oilers: 63.33% win probability
- Strong offensive output (111 goals scored in 34 games)
- Recent momentum (WWWLW in last 5 games)
- Higher points per game ratio (1.29 points/game with 44 points in 34 games)
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Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers form
Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers head to head
Los Angeles Kings
17%
Edmonton Oilers
83%
May 2, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
4 : 3
Los Angeles Kings
Apr 29, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
0 : 1
Edmonton Oilers
Apr 27, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 6
Edmonton Oilers
Apr 25, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
4 : 5
Los Angeles Kings
Apr 23, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
7 : 4
Los Angeles Kings
Mar 29, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
4 : 1
Los Angeles Kings
