How to Pick the Stars vs. Oilers Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 19

Published 11:34 am Friday, October 18, 2024

Saturday’s game that pits the Dallas Stars against the Edmonton Oilers, which starts at 4:00 PM ET, features plenty of betting options. Below, we cover the best bets for this matchup, so take a look before making any wagers.

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Stars vs. Oilers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 5.3 goals)

  • Dallas and its opponent have combined to go over Saturday’s over/under of 6.5 goals just once this season.
  • There have been two games featuring Edmonton this season with more goals than Saturday’s over/under of 6.5.
  • These two teams combine for 4.8 goals per game, 1.70 less than the over/under set for this contest.
  • The 5.6 goals per game these two teams allow are 0.9 less than the total set for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Stars Moneyline: -126

  • The Stars have won 80.0% of their games when they’ve been a moneyline favorite this season (4-1).
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -126 or shorter, Dallas has compiled a 4-1 record (winning 80.0% of its games).
  • Based on the moneyline in this matchup, the Stars’ implied win probability is 55.8%.

Oilers Moneyline: +106

  • Edmonton is set as the moneyline underdog for the first time this season.
  • The Oilers’ moneyline odds are +106 or longer for the first time.
  • Edmonton has a 48.5% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline odds).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Dallas 4, Edmonton 1

Stars Points Leaders

  • One of Dallas’ top offensive players this season is Wyatt Johnston, who has put up five points in five games.
  • Having scored zero goals and adding five assists, Logan Stankoven is excelling for Dallas through five games.
  • On 10 shots (for two goals) and three assists, Mason Marchment has recorded five points this season.
  • In the three games Jake Oettinger has played this season, his save percentage is .948, the fifth-best in the league.

Oilers Points Leaders

  • Connor McDavid is a leading scorer for Edmonton, with five points this season. He has recorded one goal and four assists in five games.
  • Leon Draisaitl’s four points this season, including two goals and two assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Edmonton.
  • Jeff Skinner has two goals and two assists, for a season point total of four.
  • Stuart Skinner has a record of 1-2-0 in three games this season, conceding 11 goals (4.4 goals against average) with 60 saves and an .845 save percentage, 55th in the league.

Stars’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/13/2024 Kraken W 2-0 Home -175
10/15/2024 Sharks W 3-2 Home -380
10/17/2024 Capitals L 3-2 Away -155
10/19/2024 Oilers Home -126
10/22/2024 Sabres Away
10/24/2024 Bruins Away
10/26/2024 Blackhawks Home

Oilers’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/13/2024 Flames L 4-1 Home -265
10/15/2024 Flyers W 4-3 Home -207
10/17/2024 Predators W 4-2 Away -129
10/19/2024 Stars Away +106
10/22/2024 Hurricanes Home
10/25/2024 Penguins Home
10/27/2024 Red Wings Away

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Dallas vs. Edmonton Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
  • Time: 4:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Dallas, Texas
  • Venue: American Airlines Center

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