Categories: NHL

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Edmonton Oilers: Game Analysis and Preview (11/06/24)

The matchup between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Edmonton Oilers is set to be an intriguing one, showcasing a contrast in offensive strengths and defensive weaknesses. Here’s a breakdown of each team’s recent form, situational performance, and projected outcome.

Season Averages: Offense and Defense

All Games Average:

  • Vegas Golden Knights: 4.5 goals scored, 3.08 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton Oilers: 2.38 goals scored, 3.15 goals allowed.

Edge: Vegas has been significantly stronger offensively, with their goal-scoring numbers nearly doubling Edmonton’s. However, both teams allow around 3 goals per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.

Home vs. Road Performance

  • Vegas on the Road: 2.75 goals scored, 4.5 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton at Home: 1.86 goals scored, 3.43 goals allowed.

Edge: Vegas has struggled defensively on the road, allowing 4.5 goals, which could benefit Edmonton. However, Edmonton’s lackluster home offense may limit their ability to fully capitalize.

Recent Form

Last 3 Games:

  • Vegas: 4 goals scored, 3 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton: 3 goals scored, 2 goals allowed.

Edge: Both teams have shown a balanced form in their last three games, with Edmonton’s defense slightly tightening up. Vegas remains more consistent on offense.

Situational Performance Against Different Opponents

  • Against Bottom-Ranked Teams:
  • Vegas: 5.5 goals scored, 2.75 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton: 4.25 goals scored, 1.5 goals allowed.

Edge: Against weaker opponents, both teams excel offensively. Vegas tends to perform well across the board, while Edmonton’s defense notably strengthens, potentially impacting Vegas’s scoring.

Performance Following Wins and Losses

  • After a Win:
  • Vegas: 4.29 goals scored, 3 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton: 2.17 goals scored, 3.17 goals allowed.
  • After a Loss:
  • Vegas: 4 goals scored, 3 goals allowed.
  • Edmonton: 3 goals scored, 2.67 goals allowed.

Edge: Vegas maintains strong scoring following both wins and losses, whereas Edmonton shows better resilience in scoring after a loss.

Projected Score and Key Factors

Projected Score: Vegas Golden Knights 4, Edmonton Oilers 2

Key Factors:

  • Vegas’s Offensive Dominance: With a high-scoring average, Vegas holds a clear offensive advantage, especially against Edmonton’s defense, which has struggled to contain strong offensive teams.
  • Edmonton’s Home Struggles: Edmonton’s scoring issues at home may limit their ability to keep up with Vegas, although their defense could prevent a complete blowout.
  • Vegas’s Defensive Vulnerability on the Road: Vegas’s road defense may present opportunities for Edmonton if they can take advantage of scoring chances.

In summary, while Edmonton may hold Vegas to fewer goals than usual, Vegas’s strong offense and consistency in scoring give them the upper hand in this matchup. Edmonton will need a standout defensive effort and improved scoring to stay competitive.

Ron Raymond

Ron Raymond is a well-known sports handicapper who runs ATS Stats and the Raymond REPORT. He has over 21 years of experience in the industry and provides expert analysis and predictions for various sports, including football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.

Recent Posts

Gulfstream Park – Raymond Report Horse Racing Preview | Sunday, April 20, 2025

Welcome back to sunny Florida for another packed card at Gulfstream Park! The Raymond Report…

16 hours ago

Stanley Cup Playoffs 2025 – Ron Raymond’s Prediction (4/18/25)

SENSATIONAL SENATORS TO SHOCK THE NHL WORLD! Ottawa over Winnipeg in 6: Why Value Bettors…

2 days ago

MLB Parity is the Bettor’s Playground – And the Law of Average is Your Cheat Code

📅 Wednesday, April 16th, 2025By Ron Raymond – ATS STATS In a league where everyone…

5 days ago

Raymond Report MLB Monday Preview – 14th, 2025 🔥

By Ron Raymond – ATS STATS Let’s kick off the week with data-backed insights and…

7 days ago

Raymond Report Horse Racing Preview – Gulfstream Park, Friday, April 11th, 2025 🎯

By Ron Raymond – ATSSTATS.com It’s another Friday at Gulfstream Park and you know what…

1 week ago

RAYMOND REPORT – MLB Market Pulse (April 9, 2025)

📈 SBI Report: Betting the MLB Like Wall Street 🧠⚾ 🏦 The Baseball Market Is…

2 weeks ago