NHL Betting Line Favors the Los Angeles Kings over the Edmonton Oilers Thursday

The Los Angeles Kings will try to be nasty hosts on Thursday when the Edmonton Oilers pay a visit to STAPLES Center.

Odds Shark computer prediction formulas pick a 3-2.4 win for the Kings on Thursday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.

Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Edmonton Oilers will look to vanquish their hosts on Thursday, as they are 22-32-6 this season, while the Kings are 35-20-4. Edmonton is 32-25-3 against the total, while Los Angeles is 18-24-17 versus the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Los Angeles vs Edmonton injuries news.

The NHL Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Los Angeles Kings rated this week at No. 5 and the Edmonton Oilers sitting at No. 26.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Los Angeles's No. 14-ranked offense, averaging 2.69 goals per game, against a Oilers defense that ranks No. 27 at 3.08 goals allowed. The Kings power play is averaging 22.67% while the Oilers defense kills off 79.78% of their penalties.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

Edmonton lost its last outing, a 4-1 result against the Senators on February 23. Bettors who backed the Senators at +103 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

In their last action, Los Angeles was a 2-1 Sportsbook at home against the Flames. Bettors on Los Angeles at -210 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (3) sent UNDER bettors home happy as well.

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