How to Pick the Oilers vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 17
Published 11:43 am Wednesday, October 16, 2024
There are a variety of betting options to take into account for the upcoming contest that has the Edmonton Oilers squaring off against the Nashville Predators at 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, October 17. To get you prepared to place a bet or put together a parlay, check out our best bets and projections below.
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Oilers vs. Predators Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Push (model projecting 6.5 goals)
- Edmonton’s games last season went over this matchup’s total of 6.5 goals 50 times.
- Nashville played 35 games last season that ended with more than 6.5 goals.
- These two teams scored 6.8 goals per game between them, 0.3 more than this one’s over/under.
- Combined, these teams allowed 5.9 goals per game, 0.6 fewer than this one’s over/under.
- The Predators were 10th in the league in goals scored, compared to the fourth-ranked Oilers.
- This game features the league’s 13th-ranked (Predators) and 10th-ranked (Oilers) teams last season in terms of defense.
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Moneyline Pick
Oilers Moneyline: -115
- The Oilers won 63.3% of their games last season when they were a moneyline favorite (57-33).
- When playing as a moneyline favorite with odds of -115 or shorter, Edmonton had a 57-31 record (winning 64.8% of its games).
- The implied moneyline probability in this matchup gives the Oilers a 53.5% chance to win.
Predators Moneyline: -105
- The Predators were an underdog 42 times last season, and upset their opponent in 21, or 50.0%, of those games.
- Nashville had 36 games last season as an underdog by -105 or longer, and went 18-18.
- The Predators have a 51.2% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Nashville 4, Edmonton 3
Oilers Points Leaders (2023-24)
- Connor McDavid was critical to Edmonton’s offense last season, putting up 132 points in 76 games.
- Leon Draisaitl had 41 goals and 65 assists for Edmonton last season, totaling 106 points (1.3 per game).
- In 81 games a season ago, Evan Bouchard proved to be an important offensive option for Edmonton. He racked up 82 points on the year (18 goals and 64 assists).
- As Edmonton’s top keeper last season, Stuart Skinner posted 36 wins and 16 losses while surrendering 147 goals against 1406 saves.
Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)
- Nashville’s Filip Forsberg recorded 46 assists and 48 goals in 82 games last season, for 94 points.
- Roman Josi was crucial for Nashville’s attack with 85 total points (one per game), including 23 goals and 62 assists in 82 games.
- Steven Stamkos scored 40 goals and contributed 41 assists for Nashville, giving him a point total of 81.
- Juuse Saros’ record was 35-24-5 last season, allowing 173 goals (2.9 goals against average) and having a .906 save percentage (30th in the league).
Oilers’ Schedule
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| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2024 | Blackhawks | L 5-2 | Home | -361 |
| 10/13/2024 | Flames | L 4-1 | Home | -265 |
| 10/15/2024 | Flyers | W 4-3 | Home | -207 |
| 10/17/2024 | Predators | – | Away | -115 |
| 10/19/2024 | Stars | – | Away | – |
| 10/22/2024 | Hurricanes | – | Home | – |
| 10/25/2024 | Penguins | – | Home | – |
Predators’ Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2024 | Stars | L 4-3 | Home | +110 |
| 10/12/2024 | Red Wings | L 3-0 | Away | -142 |
| 10/15/2024 | Kraken | L 7-3 | Home | -190 |
| 10/17/2024 | Oilers | – | Home | -105 |
| 10/19/2024 | Red Wings | – | Home | – |
| 10/22/2024 | Bruins | – | Home | – |
| 10/25/2024 | Blackhawks | – | Away | – |
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Edmonton vs. Nashville Game Info
- Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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- Location: Nashville, Tennessee
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
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