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Kings vs. Oilers Prediction: Edmonton Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [5/1/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers matchup.
The Edmonton Oilers will square off with the Los Angeles Kings in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Rogers Place on Thursday, beginning at 10:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Los Angeles-Edmonton game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Oilers with a win probability of 55% and the Kings with 45%."
For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Kings vs. Oilers predictions page.
Oilers vs. Kings Prediction: Who Will Win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL Playoffs game between the Kings and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Oilers a 55% chance of defeating the Kings.
According to our model, the over/under total of 6 goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
Kings vs. Oilers Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +145 | -170 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Kings vs. Oilers Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Kings vs. Oilers matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best 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.
Kings vs. Oilers Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Kings vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Kings vs. Oilers.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 9.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Rogers Place, while the Oilers star is a 40.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 6.4% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.7% |
| Adrian Kempe | 5.6% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.0% |
| Connor McDavid | 6.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 5.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 31.4% |
| Adrian Kempe | 28.6% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.3% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 40.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 32.9% |
| Zach Hyman | 30.9% |
Kings vs. Oilers Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's matchup between the Oilers and Kings in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to start at 10:00PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
- Time: 10:00PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is an elimination tournament in the National Hockey League to decide the winner of the Stanley Cup.
Sixteen teams, including the Kings and Oilers, reached the 2025 NHL Playoffs, 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 Thursday's Kings vs. Oilers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Los Angeles vs. Edmonton picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Oilers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest 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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