Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings 4/21/2023 Analysis, Odds and Free Picks
West 1st Round – Game 3, Series tied 1-1
The highly anticipated first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs continues on Friday, April 21st, featuring Game 3 of the Western Conference series between the Edmonton Oilers and the Los Angeles Kings. With the series tied at one win apiece after the first two games played at Rogers Place in Edmonton, the Oilers are now heading to Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles as -144 money line favorites, while the Kings are listed as +130 home underdogs, and the total goals are set at 6.5.
In Game 2, the Edmonton Oilers bounced back from their 4-3 overtime defeat in Game 1 by defeating the Los Angeles Kings 4-2 this past Wednesday. Despite blowing a two-goal lead and allowing the Kings to score a couple of goals in the second period, the Oilers ultimately came out on top with a pair of goals in the third period.
The Oilers dominated in shots, outshooting the Kings 37-24, and earned a well-deserved victory in Game 2. They also capitalized on their power-play opportunities, going 1-for-1 with the man advantage while successfully killing off all four of the Kings’ power-play chances. Stuart Skinner, the Oilers’ goaltender, made 22 saves in Game 2, bouncing back from allowing four goals on 35 shots in the series opener. During the regular season, Skinner had an impressive record of 29-14-5 with a 2.75 goals against average (GAA) and a .914 save percentage.
- Edmonton is 6-2 SU in their last 8 games on the road against Los Angeles.
- The total stayed UNDER in 13 of Edmonton’s last 20 games played in April.
- The total went OVER in 8 of Edmonton’s last 8 games played on a Friday.
Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings 4/21/2023 Analysis, Odds and Free Picks
In Game 1 of the series against the Edmonton Oilers, the Los Angeles Kings secured a win despite being outshot 40-35. They made a remarkable comeback from a 3-1 deficit in the third period, with Adrian Kempe leading the way with a pair of goals. However, in Game 2, the Kings once again mounted a comeback but failed to finish the job, ultimately falling short. If they want to advance and eliminate the Oilers, the Kings will need to shore up their defense and find a way to slow down Edmonton’s dynamic offense.
After Game 2, Los Angeles center Philip Danault acknowledged that their performance improved after a slow start in the first 20 minutes, but they need to play a full 60-minute game to be successful against the Oilers. In the first two games of the series, Joonas Korpisalo has been between the pipes for the Kings, making 37 saves in Game 1 and 33 saves in Game 2. During the regular season, Korpisalo had a record of 18-14-4 with a 2.87 goals against average (GAA) and a .915 save percentage. Since joining the Kings in March, the 28-year-old goalie has posted a solid 7-3-1 record with a 2.13 GAA and .921 save percentage. The Kings ranked 16th in the NHL in goals against per game during the regular season, allowing an average of 3.10 goals, and 11th in goals per game, averaging 3.34 goals.
- The total went OVER in 4 of the Los Angeles Kings’ last 6 games.
- The total stayed UNDER in 6 of Los Angeles’ last 8 matches with Edmonton.
- The LA Kings are 12-4 SU in their last 16 games at home.
Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings. The NHL pick for this game is the Edmonton Oilers. As the series between the Los Angeles Kings and the Edmonton Oilers moves to Los Angeles for Game 3, the Oilers are favored to continue their winning momentum. However, the Kings will be looking to defend their home ice and bounce back after a tough loss in Game 2. With both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses in the first two games, this matchup is expected to be a thrilling one for hockey fans and sports bettors alike.
Despite the Oilers being the favored team, some analysts predict that the Kings’ offense may struggle against Edmonton’s strong defense, resulting in a low-scoring game. The Oilers are expected to have a relatively easy night, with their offense posing a challenge for the Kings’ defense. The prediction is that the Oilers will win and cover the spread, with the total staying under, resulting in a final score of 2-0 in favor of the Oilers. Hockey fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching as this exciting series continues to unfold in Game 3.
NHL Starting Time: at 10:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Crypto.com Arena in downtown LA, CA
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
TV: TNT
NHL Odds: Edmonton Oilers -145
NHL Totals: 6.5
