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Free NHL Hockey Prediction: New York Islanders vs Edmonton Oilers NHL Odds
Looking for New York Islanders vs. Edmonton Oilers free hockey plays & NHL Odds? NHL betting sees the Islanders taking on the Oilers on Thursday February 21st at Rodgers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Cappers Picks provides complimentary expert handicapping picks on all NHL Hockey games all season long so stay tuned for more FREE daily NHL hockey predictions like this Islanders Oilers matchup.
(35-17-1) New York Islanders vs. Edmonton Oilers (24-29-5)
Date: Thursday, February 21st
Time: 9:00 PM
Venue: Rodgers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Islanders -125 | Oilers +105
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: OFF
NHL Betting Total: 5.5
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The Edmonton Oilers continued their losing streak as they fell to the Phoenix Coyotes in their last outing in shootout fashion. Unfortunately for Edmonton, their offense also continues to struggle as they have not scored more than two goals in their last five outings.
The Islanders enter this matchup atop the Metropolitan division while playing quite well at this point in the season. They have won five of their last six games along with two straight, as they picked up a commanding 5-2 victory over the Oilers in their last outing.
New York Islanders
Ryan Pulock scored on a power play goal in the second period to begin the scoring for New York versus Edmonton at home. Brock Nelson also scored on an unassisted goal in the final period to cap a three goal third session en route to the victory.
New York will play their next two games on the road versus the Oilers along with the Canucks. Of course, the Islanders were able to pick up 5-2 victories against these squads in their most recent meetings, they are losers of three of their last five road games, overall.
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Matthew Barzol along with Anders Lee each scored a goal in their outing versus the Oilers as well. Barzol is the current point leader on the team (50) while shot leader in Lee (145) has only had 4 shots on goal during their last four games.
Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton was able to crawl back into their outing with the Phoenix Coyotes as Adam Larsson along with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins each scored goals in the final period to force overtime. After a scoreless overtime session, the Coyotes were able to get a goal from Vinnie Hinostroza to seal the shootout victory.
Edmonton out-shot the Coyotes by a 37-35 margin in the matchup, however, goalkeeper Darcy Kuemper (15-14-4) had 35 saves on the night (.964 SV%). In all, Kuemper proved to be a huge catalyst in stopping the Oilers during the shootout session versus an Oilers team that is ranked 26th in the league in goals per game along with shots on goal.
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The Oilers entered their game versus the Islanders as huge underdogs in their last meeting. Expect the same for this contest as the Oilers have dropped four-straight home games, overall.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Over is 6-0 in Oilers last 6 games a home underdog.
- Over is 5-0 in Oilers last 5 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
- Oilers are 0-4 in their last 4 games as a favorite.
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Look for the Islanders to prevail in this contest as they are a much better team at this point in the season. Also, they have the momentum of an extended winning streak along with a win under their belts versus the inconsistent Edmonton Oilers already this season. And while they have struggled on the road recently, they have not done so nearly as much as the Oilers have at home. It is for this reason that the Islanders will indeed pick up a 4-1 convincing victory in the end.
NHL Free Score Prediction: Islanders 4 – Oilers 1
New York will be looking to create some cushioning between themselves and the remainder of the teams in their division, particularly, the surging Washington Capitals. Look for them to take advantage of a struggling Edmonton team on the road on Thursday en route to an all-important victory.
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