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Golden Knights vs. Oilers Prediction: Edmonton Predicted to Win Monday's NHL Matchup [5/12/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Monday's Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers matchup.
The Edmonton Oilers will face the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Rogers Place on Monday, commencing at 9:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday's Vegas-Edmonton game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Incorporating recent updates and thousands of additional inputs, our prediction shows the Oilers are likely to win, with a probability of 52%, compared to the Golden Knights' 48%."
For a closer look at Monday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Golden Knights vs. Oilers predictions page.
Oilers vs. Golden Knights Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL Playoffs game between the Golden Knights and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Oilers a 52% chance of beating the Golden Knights.
According to our model, the Golden Knights (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Golden Knights vs. Oilers Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Golden Knights | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+195) |
| Moneyline | +104 | -120 |
| Total | o6.5 (-140) | u6.5 (+116) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Golden Knights vs. Oilers Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Golden Knights vs. Oilers matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Golden Knights vs. Oilers Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Golden Knights vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Golden Knights vs. Oilers.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 9.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Rogers Place, while the Oilers star is a 43.4% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 7.0% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 5.0% |
| Tomas Hertl | 4.5% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.0% |
| Connor McDavid | 7.5% |
| Zach Hyman | 6.7% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 35.6% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 28.2% |
| Tomas Hertl | 25.0% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 43.4% |
| Connor McDavid | 36.8% |
| Zach Hyman | 32.9% |
Golden Knights vs. Oilers Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Monday's matchup between the Oilers and Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 9:30PM ET.
- Who: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
- Time: 9:30PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
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 Golden Knights and Oilers, made 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 progressing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Monday's Golden Knights vs. Oilers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Vegas 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 52% win probability, will likely beat the Golden Knights on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Golden Knights 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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