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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Prediction: Vegas Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [5/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup.
The Vegas Golden Knights will square off with the Edmonton Oilers in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday, 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.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Edmonton-Vegas game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Golden Knights with a win probability of 54% and the Oilers with 46%."
For further insights into Thursday'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 result of Thursday's NHL Playoffs game between the Oilers and Golden Knights 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Golden Knights a 54% chance of beating the Oilers.
According to our model, the Oilers (+1.5) have a 67% 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 sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Golden Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-215) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +115 | -134 |
| Total | o6.5 (-115) | u6.5 (+102) |
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 biggest 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 suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Player Props
Who will score an anytime 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 8.6% chance of scoring the first goal at T-Mobile Arena, while the Oilers star is a 39.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 8.6% |
| Connor McDavid | 7.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 5.5% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 7.9% |
| Tomas Hertl | 5.3% |
| William Karlsson | 4.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 39.3% |
| Connor McDavid | 33.4% |
| Zach Hyman | 29.7% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 37.4% |
| Tomas Hertl | 28.7% |
| William Karlsson | 24.9% |
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Golden Knights and Oilers in the NHL Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 9:30PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights
- Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Time: 9:30PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is an elimination tournament in the NHL to decide the winner of the Stanley Cup.
A total of 16 teams, including the Oilers and Golden Knights, reached the 2025 NHL Playoffs, which includes four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round of the NHL Playoffs is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins progressing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday'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 54% win probability, will likely beat the Oilers on Thursday.
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 based on 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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