Edmonton Oilers Face Tricky Situational Spot Versus Anaheim Ducks Following Winning Streak

Fresh off seeing their impressive winning streak come to an end in Las Vegas, the Edmonton Oilers are gearing up to face the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center.

The Oilers, who are currently the Stanley Cup favorite after their recent successes, are expected to be strong favorites on the road. However, there could be a window of opportunity for the Ducks to upset the odds.

Despite being considered the underdog in this matchup, the Ducks have the potential to make their mark and provide tough competition for the Oilers. The situational factors, including Edmonton coming off a loss in Vegas and facing a back-to-back schedule, may play in Anaheim’s favor.

It wouldn’t be surprising if Edmonton decides to start Calvin Pickard in goal for this game, possibly saving Stuart Skinner for the upcoming match against the Los Angeles Kings.

While Anaheim’s defensive statistics may raise concerns, the team also possesses offensive capabilities that could pose a threat to Edmonton’s defense, especially with John Gibson showcasing a strong performance despite playing on a struggling team.

Choosing to support the Ducks at these odds may require a few favorable outcomes, but it’s not uncommon for underdogs to surprise in sports. Bettors looking to back Anaheim might benefit from waiting for the odds to potentially shift further in their favor before the puck drops.

THE PLAY: Ducks +235 ( )