Free NHL Prediction: Oilers vs. Canucks Odds
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NHL Handicapping Analysis:
(29-13-3) Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks (19-15-10)
- NHL Starting Goalies: Stuart Skinner vs. Kevin Lankinen
Date: Saturday, January 18th
Time: 10:00 PM EST
Venue: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC
NHL Puckline Betting Lines: Oilers -1.5 | Canucks +1.5 (Bet Now!)
Hockey Moneyline Odds: Oilers -171 | Canucks +143
NHL Total: O/U 6
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Stuart Skinner vs. Kevin Lankinen
Tonight’s puck drop promises high-energy action as the Oilers clash with the Canucks. Between the pipes, it’s Stuart Skinner for Edmonton and Kevin Lankinen for Vancouver (projected).
Skinner’s recent heroics have been nothing short of clutch. After a shaky start against the Avalanche, he slammed the door shut, saving 22 of 25 shots for a 4-3 comeback win. With an 18-9-3 record, a 2.69 GAA, and a .902 save percentage, Skinner’s proving he’s got the goods.
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Lankinen, meanwhile, had a rollercoaster week—shutting out Toronto, then stumbling against Winnipeg, allowing six goals. Despite this, his 16-8-6 record and steady 2.63 GAA show resilience.
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Edmonton Oilers
With a 4-2 victory over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 29-13-3 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.
Four different players scored for the Oilers in the win. Edmonton jumped out to a 2-0 lead, but the Flames tied it up before Zach Hyman’s goal in the third period put the Oilers ahead for good. Mattias Janmark added an empty-net goal to seal the win.
Edmonton Oilers Stats
Edmonton’s offense generated 31 shots on goal and found the net four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring just 20 seconds into the game, marking his ninth goal of the season. Jeff Skinner added his third goal at 11:48 in the first period, while Zach Hyman netted his third goal on a power play in the third period. Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his second goal of the year.
Draisaitl also contributed two assists, bringing his season total to eight. Zach Hyman picked up his second assist on Skinner’s goal. The Oilers recorded 10 giveaways in the game.
The Oilers’ defense will look to build on a solid performance in their last game, where they allowed just two goals on 31 shots from the Flames. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves, finishing with a 93.5% save percentage. The defensive unit also contributed 2 takeaways, 19 hits, and 25 blocked shots.
Vancouver Canucks
Vancouver improved to 19-15-10 with a 3-2 win over the Sharks. The Canucks were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The pre-game total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.
After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Vancouver responded with three unanswered goals. Pius Suter scored twice, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.
Vancouver Canucks Stats
Vancouver’s offense was led by Pius Suter, who scored twice in their 3-2 win over the Sharks. Suter’s second goal came with just 26 seconds left in the game, giving him 4 goals on the season. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the year, as the Canucks scored once in the second period and twice in the third.
Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and recorded 25 giveaways. Conor Garland picked up his 5th assist of the season, while Carson Soucy earned his first assist on Suter’s late goal.
Vancouver’s defense gave up the first goal 2:37 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks NHL Hockey Betting Trends
- The Oilers are 2-3 in their last five games as a favorite.
- Conversely, the Canucks are 2-3 puck line in their last five games as an underdog.
- Also, the Oilers are 5-5 puck line in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Canucks have gone 2-8 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Oilers’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 3-0.
- The Canucks’ have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free NHL Hockey Betting Prediction: Canucks +1.5
Will Skinner stay hot, or will Lankinen bounce back? This one’s set to thrill hockey fans everywhere!
When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Canucks to come out with a win against the Oilers while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at +143, I’m placing my bet on the Canucks to win outright.
Our projections have the Canucks pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Canucks, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.
When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.
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Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks NHL Hockey Betting Tweet Of The Day
Saturday night brings an All-Canadian matchup that sees division rivals go to battle as the #Canucks host the Edmonton Oilers on Hockey Night in Canada.
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— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) January 18, 2025
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