Florida Panthers (64-27-8) vs Edmonton Oilers (61-32-7)
June 8, 2024 at 08:00 PM EDT
The Line: Betting Odds: Florida Panthers -128 / Edmonton Oilers +114 — Over/Under: 5.5
In this article, we will formulate an Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers prediction for NHL Stanley Cup Final game 1 on Saturday, June 8th, at Amerant Bank Arena. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:
-The Oilers form and recent player performance
-The Panthers recent form and recent play performance
-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Edmonton
-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Florida
-Recent betting trends in games played between Edmonton vs Florida
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Oilers and Panthers.
Can Oilers Bring Stanley Cup to Canada?
The Oilers have looked impressive during the playoffs, and they should have a ton of confidence that they can win the Stanley Cup. In the last series against the Dallas Stars, it took six games, but they were able to advance. The Oilers gave up only one goal in Game 6 and that was enough for the 2-1 victory. At the end of the first period, they were up 2-0, and the defense held on for the rest of the game. Connor McDavid had a strong game, scoring a goal and adding an assist. Evan Bouchard finished with two assists. Stuart Skinner started in goal, and he saved 33 of the 34 shots that he faced. If Skinner plays that well this series, they are going to be in good shape. During the regular season, the Oilers’ offense was ranked 4th in the league, while the defense was ranked 10th.
Why Oilers Will Win
- The Oilers have won seven of their last eight road games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Panthers have lost two of their last three games as home favorites following a win.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the Panthers’ last five games.
- The Panthers have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last five games at Amerant Bank Arena following a win.
Can the Panthers Get it Done This Year?
The Panthers hope they aren’t going to fall short again here, and they also should have a ton of confidence that they can find success. In the last series against the New York Rangers, the Panthers were able to secure the series win four games to two. In the last game against the Rangers, it was the defense that was the difference, giving up only a goal on the way to the victory. Sergei Bobrovsky started in goal, and he saved 23 of the 24 shots that he faced. Sam Bennett also scored a goal. During the regular season, the Panthers’ offense was ranked 11th, while the defense was ranked 2nd. In this series, the defense is going to need to be strong. Matthew Tkacuk has been strong during the postseason, scoring five goals and adding 14 assists.
Why Panthers Will Win
- The Panthers have won eight of their last nine games at Amerant Bank Arena following a home win.
- The Oilers have lost each of their last three road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Oilers have failed to cover the puck line in 11 of their last 12 road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Panthers have won the third period in six of their last seven games as home favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers Prediction
I really like the Oilers to find success in this series, and that is going to start with a win in this game. The Oilers’ offense has been elite all playoffs, and they are going to find success here. The Oilers scored four goals and the Panthers aren’t going to keep up. Look for the Panthers to score only a goal or two, and that is going to be the difference here. Back the Oilers on the money line.