Edmonton vs Calgary Prediction
🔊 Edmonton no longer have their previous margin for error, and now they might find themselves at the bottom of the Western Conference playoff spots. Calgary, on the other hand, continue their chase for a playoff berth but stumbled in their last game. How will this head-to-head clash between the teams conclude?
Head-to-Head
In the current regular season, the eternal rivals have clashed twice, exchanging away victories. First, the "Flames" came out on top with a 4-1 win, then the "Oilers" settled the score with a 4-2 victory. Both encounters were fiercely contested, as is always the case in this Canadian derby. Edmonton's forward Leon Draisaitl made the biggest impact for his team, scoring a goal and providing two assists. Although the German is sidelined with an injury and not participating in matches at the moment, he remains one of the top scorers of the season, with 101 points in 68 games.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Edmonton Oilers Team Overview
Chris Knoblauch's squad is facing significant roster issues. Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Trent Frederic remain sidelined. Matthias Ekholm and Stuart Skinner also missed the last game, with no details on the nature of their injuries. Under these circumstances, even aiming for minimal success seems daunting. The Oilers have suffered three defeats in their last four games, teetering on the brink of falling out of the playoff spots. With 10 regular-season games remaining, they trail the fourth place in the Pacific Division by a substantial seven points, and without their key players, the team looks lackluster. Their recent crushing defeat to Seattle (1-6) is a glaring testament to their struggles.
Match Results: Edmonton Oilers
Calgary Flames Team Overview
The "Lights" put together an impressive run in the latter part of March, securing four consecutive victories. This surge has brought the team tantalizingly close to the coveted eighth spot in the Western Conference. However, as practice has shown, competing against the favorites, even on home ice, remains a challenge for them. In their most recent game, they couldn't hold their own against Dallas, falling 2-5. They are six points behind St. Louis with three games in hand. Therefore, Ryan Huska's squad can no longer afford any slip-ups. Ahead, they have two matchups each against Anaheim and San Jose, both sitting at the bottom of the standings, so their chances for ultimate success are quite tangible. The club's fate is entirely in the hands of the players.
Match Results: Calgary Flames
📌 Projected Lineups
Edmonton: Rodrigue - Wolman, Bouchard - Podkolzin, Nugent-Hopkins, Arvidsson
Calgary: Wolf - Weegar, Hanley - Pospišil, Kadri, Zary
🥅 Goalies
Edmonton's goaltender Olivier Rodrigue made his NHL debut. His partner Calvin Pickard faltered once again, prompting the young Canadian to step in during the third period. Although he couldn't maintain a shutout, it's likely he will be called upon to play the full match.
Calgary's goalie Dustin Wolf struggled in the game against Dallas. The American managed to save only 77.8% of shots on goal, letting his team down at a critical moment. However, he was instrumental in giving the team a chance to compete for a Stanley Cup playoff spot.
Editorial Prediction
In our view, given the current circumstances, any bet against Edmonton is justified. Without their key leaders, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, they are a completely different team. The Oilers lack the depth to compensate for the absence of their stars, and now they have a rookie in goal. Even the return of Stuart Skinner won't solve their goaltending issues entirely. The Flames simply must seize this opportunity to improve their standings. We recommend betting on Calgary not to lose.
Betting Tips: Edmonton Oilers - Calgary Flames
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