Edmonton Oilers vs Seattle Kraken Prediction, 3/18/2023 NHL Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Edmonton Oilers vs Seattle Kraken

Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023

Location: Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA

TV: Root Sports Northwest

Odds/Point Spread: Oilers (-138) Kraken (+115)

The Edmonton Oilers (38-23-8) are hitting the road to Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday where they will try to defeat the Seattle Kraken (38-23-7). The line on this contest has Edmonton at -138 while Seattle is at +115. The total is set at 7.

The Edmonton Oilers went home feeling good about their game by earning a 4-1 win against the Stars in their last outing. The Oilers had a good offensive outing and it showed in this win. For the outing, they converted 4 of the 30 shots they attempted. They also had 4 chances with the advantage and netted 1 goal. Edmonton accumulated 6 mins in the box in this outing.

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Edmonton Oilers opponents have totaled 243 power play opportunities (4th in the league) and have a total of 60 goals in those attempts. The Oilers so far have had 2,188 shots taken against them and have a save percentage of .896. Edmonton has taken 2,291 shots and holds a shot percentage of 11.7%. While at even strength, the Oilers have surrendered 167 goals while getting 193 as an offensive unit. Edmonton has accounted for 238 power play opportunities and they have notched 75 goals during those advantages, giving them a percentage of 31.51%. For the year, they have earned 84 points and their points percentage is sitting at .609. When it comes to their goal scoring prowess, the Edmonton Oilers have earned 268 goals (1st in pro hockey) on the season and have given up 227.

Patrolling the crease for the game will be Stuart Skinner. In his professional hockey career, Skinner has earned 30 quality starts and his quality starts rate is .577. His save percentage sits at .911 during his 3,153 minutes between the pipes. Skinner has had 1,686 shot attempts taken against him and has accrued 1,536 total saves. The opposition has racked up 150 goals against Skinner in his professional hockey career and his goals against average is 2.85. He has compiled a record of 28-20-4 and was named the starter in 52 games. Skinner has taken the ice for 55 games throughout his NHL career.

In their last outing, Seattle faced off against the Sharks in an outing where the Kraken took home the victory by a mark of 2-1. They had 3 power play attempts in this game but didn't put one in the back of the net. The Kraken converted 2 goals out of the 32 shots on goal they were seeking.

The Kraken have racked up 197 goals at even strength and 39 goals (23rd in professional hockey) while on the power play. Seattle has taken 2,052 shots (22nd in hockey) and has accumulated a shooting percentage of 11.50%, while allowing their opponents 1,890 shots. On the season, the Seattle Kraken have accounted for 236 goals, 83 points, as well as a points percentage of .610. They have granted a total of 214 goals to be scored by way of 164 goals at even strength and 50 goals while they had less men on the ice. They have earned 198 power play chances and they have a power play rate of 19.70%. They have a penalty kill rate of 74.49% on the other teams 196 power play chances, and their save percentage currently sits at 88.7%.

Across the rink you are going to see Philipp Grubauer patrolling the crease. He has gathered 7,310 stops out of 8,014 shots attempted, which gives him a save percentage of .912. Grubauer has compiled a lifetime mark of 140-104-30 and has played in 300 contests. He has been a starter 270 games and has played 16,510 minutes. Grubauer's quality start rate comes out to 54.8% and he has made 148 quality starting assignments in his professional career. His opposition is averaging 2.56 goals per game and he has surrendered 704 goals altogether.

Who will win tonight's NHL game against the spread or moneyline?

Guy's Pick: Take Seattle (+115)

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