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Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 1, 2025

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May 1, 2025 11:53 PM
The Edmonton Oilers look to close out their first-round playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, May 1st at 10:00 PM at Rogers Place. Holding a 3-2 series lead, the Oilers are one win away from advancing to the next round. The Kings will aim to push the series to a deciding Game 7.
Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers

Current Odds

LA
EDM
Over
9.5
+210
Under
7.5
-104
LA
+2.5
+140
EDM
-1.5
+175
LA
ML
+30000
EDM
ML
-6000

Kings vs Oilers statistics

Stat Kings Oilers
Goals For per Game 3.04 3.16
Goals Against Average 2.48 2.87
Shots per Game 28.1 32.0
Shots Against per Game 25.5 27.0
Power Play Goals 37 51
Power Play Goals Against 44 45
Short Handed Goals 4 5
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 632 607
Power Play Percentage 17.9 23.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 81.4 78.2

Edmonton Oilers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/29/25 @ Los Angeles Kings W 3-1
4/27/25 vs Los Angeles Kings W 4-3 OT
4/25/25 vs Los Angeles Kings W 7-4
4/23/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 6-2
4/21/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 6-5

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/29/25 vs Edmonton Oilers L 3-1
4/27/25 @ Edmonton Oilers L 4-3 OT
4/25/25 @ Edmonton Oilers L 7-4
4/23/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 6-2
4/21/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 6-5

Edmonton Oilers injuries

  • Mattias Ekholm (D): Out
  • Alec Regula (D): Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Tanner Jeannot (LW): Out

Kings vs Oilers game info

Type Info
Venue Rogers Place
Location Edmonton, AB
Puck drop Thu 10:00 PM
TV ESPN

Kings vs Oilers predictions

As the Los Angeles Kings prepare to battle the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6, fans are buzzing about the performance of standout players. Adrian Kempe is on everyone's radar, having notched 35 goals this season. It's almost poetic how he just knows where to place that puck and finds the back of the net. Just as pivotal, team captain Anze Kopitar, with his 46 assists, is the mastermind setting up the plays—his vision on the ice is like watching an artist with a blank canvas. And let's not forget the dynamic synergy between Kempe and Kopitar, which could very well be the key to unraveling Edmonton's defense tonight.

Speaking of defenses being tested, the Edmonton Oilers bring some serious firepower to this playoff matchup. Leon Draisaitl has been a powerhouse, scoring an impressive 52 goals. You can almost feel the electricity when he has control of the puck; it’s the kind of intensity that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. And with Connor McDavid serving up assists like they're hotcakes—74 to be precise—the duo creates a lethal combination that any opposition would dread facing. The chemistry between McDavid and Draisaitl is what dreams—or nightmares for the opposition—are made of and could be the game-changer at Rogers Place.

Now, with both teams boasting such incredible talent, predicting the winner might seem like a game of chance. Yet, given the Oilers' aggressive edge and home ice advantage, they might have just the slight advantage they need. Sure, the Kings could surprise us with their strategic play and seasoned veterans who know exactly how to handle pressure, but the relentless pursuit by Edmonton and the deafening support of their fans at Rogers Place might just tip the scales. What do you think; are we in for another nail-biter where the Oilers inch closer to the series win?

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