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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Prediction: Vegas Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [5/14/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup.
The Vegas Golden Knights will face the Edmonton Oilers in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena on Wednesday, starting at 9:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Golden Knights as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Edmonton-Vegas game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Golden Knights' chance of winning at 53%, with the Oilers at 47%."
For further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Oilers vs. Golden Knights predictions page.
Golden Knights vs. Oilers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Oilers and Golden Knights 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Golden Knights a 53% chance of beating the Oilers.
According to our model, the Oilers (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Golden Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+198) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -118 |
| Total | o6.5 (-114) | u6.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Oilers vs. Golden Knights matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Oilers vs. Golden Knights?
According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Golden Knights.
Our projections give Draisaitl an 8.7% chance of scoring the first goal at T-Mobile Arena, while the Oilers star is a 41.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 8.7% |
| Zach Hyman | 6.8% |
| Connor McDavid | 6.3% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 7.2% |
| Tomas Hertl | 5.0% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 5.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 41.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 35.1% |
| Zach Hyman | 30.3% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 35.6% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 28.9% |
| Tomas Hertl | 26.0% |
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's matchup between the Golden Knights and Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 9:30PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights
- Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Time: 9:30PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is the National Hockey League's annual elimination tournament to determine the winner of the Stanley Cup.
A total of 16 teams, including the Oilers and Golden Knights, made the NHL Playoffs 2025, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round is contested as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins moving on to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's full preview of Wednesday's Oilers vs. Golden Knights matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Edmonton vs. Vegas picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Golden Knights, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Oilers on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Golden Knights insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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