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Oilers vs. Kings Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [4/5/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings matchup.
The Los Angeles Kings will square off with the Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, starting at 4:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Edmonton-Los Angeles game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Kings are more likely to win, while the Oilers have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Oilers vs. Kings predictions page.
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Oilers vs. Oilers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 59% chance of defeating the Oilers.
According to our model, the Oilers (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Oilers vs. Kings Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-145) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +180 | -205 |
| Total | o5.5 (-110) | u5.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Oilers vs. Kings Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Oilers vs. Kings matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Oilers vs. Kings Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Oilers vs. Kings?
According to our model, Edmonton's Zach Hyman is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Kings.
Our projections give Hyman an 8.2% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Oilers star is a 37.3% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Zach Hyman | 8.2% |
| Jeff Skinner | 5.6% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 7.1% |
| Adrian Kempe | 5.5% |
| Kevin Fiala | 5.5% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Zach Hyman | 37.3% |
| Jeff Skinner | 27.0% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 26.3% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 32.6% |
| Adrian Kempe | 28.6% |
| Kevin Fiala | 28.5% |
Oilers vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's action between the Kings and Oilers at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 4:00PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
- Time: 4:00PM ET/1:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Oilers vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Edmonton vs. Los Angeles picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Oilers on Saturday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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