Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights 5/6/23 – Edmonton Oilers will take on the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of Round 2 play on Saturday. The Oilers found themselves struggling in Game 1, yet are hoping to avoid falling behind 0-2 in this series. The Golden Knights won Game 1 at 6-4 and look to take control of this series by winning Game 2 on home ice as well. The Oilers look to level the series while the Golden Knights attempt to take an early lead in this one. Keep an eye on this thrilling game and place your bets by following the NHL betting tips by the experts.
Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights
Date & Time: Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: T-Mobile Arena Paradise, NV
TV: TNT
Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights 5/6/23 Betting Odds
Oilers
Moneyline: -125
Puckline: -1.5 (+199)
Total: 6.5 over (-135)
Knights
Moneyline: +113
Puckline: +1.5 (-229)
Total: 6.5 under (+123)
Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights Analysis
The Edmonton Oilers made Game 1 close but ended up losing in spite of their prolific offense which had scored 25 goals during the First Round and four goals during Game 1. Leon Draisaitl led all scorers this game with 11 goals and four assists, scoring four himself while others also chipped in with goals. Connor McDavid and Zach Hyman both contributed four assists from the point. Defensemen Mattias Ekholm and Evan Bouchard added four assists from the point to open up the offense. Defense has not been as impressive, allowing six goals including three in the third period to let their opponent become unbeatable. Darnell Nurse, Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm have led the top two pairings successfully but the remaining unit struggled, allowing the Golden Knights to find open shots on goal at will. Stuart Skinner had difficulty in Game 1, allowing five goals on 33 shots.
The Vegas Golden Knights scored 19 goals in Game 1 of the First Round and their offense continued its success with six goals scored during their win. Ivan Barbashev, Jack Eichel and Mark Stone – three players who have combined for 11 goals and 11 assists so far in these playoffs – notched four goals and two assists each in Game 1 alone; however, as was evidenced throughout their team play. Chandler Stephenson, Michael Amadio and William Karlsson each scored two goals and contributed an assist, while defensemen Zach Whitecloud and Alex Pietrangelo added three assists from the point to propel their offense even further. The Golden Knights offense led the charge, while their defense struggled mightily, giving up four goals during Game 1. Alex Pietrangelo, Alec Martinez and Brayden McNabb have anchored the top two pairings but the rest of their unit struggled, allowing the Oilers to create scoring chances without much resistance. Goaltender Laurent Brossoit also had difficulty, conceding four goals on only 27 shots taken against him.
Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights Against the Spread
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Edmonton’s last 5 games. Edmonton are 13-3 SU in their last 16 games. Edmonton are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games against Vegas. Edmonton are 9-2 SU in their last 11 games on the road. Edmonton are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Vegas. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Edmonton’s last 7 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Vegas’ last 6 games. Vegas are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Vegas’ last 5 games against Edmonton. Vegas are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games at home. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Vegas’ last 5 games when playing at home against Edmonton. Vegas are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights Free Pick
The Golden Knights had an overwhelming advantage in Game 1, while the Oilers hoped to turn things around and take control of this matchup. The Oilers also look to rebound after giving up six goals in Game 1, by limiting the Golden Knights’ offense through Darnell Nurse, Evan Bouchard, and the rest of their defensive unit creating turnovers in their zone and limiting shots on net; giving Stuart Skinner plenty of chances to make big saves. The Oilers will win in Game 2 to even up their series as per the NHL betting trends.
Free Pick: Edmonton Oilers -125
