Last year the Edmonton Oilers seemed to have cleared an NHL betting odds hurdle by making the Western Conference Final. Most fans and gamblers believe that the great Connor McDavid has gone to waste in the land of Oil. And when Edmonton won the 2015 NHL Draft lottery, McDavid looked like a hostage. Now we know why. Edmonton has tried everything to build a team around the best player in hockey. But nothing has worked. Edmonton will have to maintain its focus to gain the playoffs. By contrast, Detroit’s season is fading into oblivion.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Detroit Red Wings Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Tuesday, February 7, 2023, 7:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN+ |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Oilers | -1½ (+150) | 6½ (-120) | -155 |  |
| Red Wings | +1½ (-170) | 6½ (EV) | +135 | |
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Oilers at Red Wings SBG Odds Overview
Edmonton will draw sharp support as a playoff-caliber team drawing a sports betting discount on the road. Counter to that is a slumping Detroit team that few gamblers want to step into Edmonton with. At the onset of the season, the Red Wings had an impressive start. And it looked as if they could gain the playoffs. But Detroit lacked the staying power to finish and is too far out to have a realistic shot. In turn, gamblers have turned their backs on Detroit.
Edmonton Oilers Team Overview
The Edmonton Oilers are 28-18-4 straight up and 29-16 over/under. As a result, Edmonton is 7th in the Western Conference playoff race. Edmonton is two points behind the Vegas Golden Knights for the 3rd spot in the Pacific division.
Edmonton ranks 1st for goal scoring and 1st for power play efficiency. While defensively, the Oil ranks 20th for goals against and 24th for penalty killing
Late on, Edmonton has won seven of its last eight games. Also, The Oil went 6-2-1 over the total in its previous nine outings.
Connor McDavid leads Edmonton with 41 goals, 51 assists, and 92 points with a +4. Additionally, McDavid has 16 power play goals with 30 power play assists. Leon Draisaitl adds 29 goals, 47 assists, 76 points, and a +5. Also, Draisaitl has 17 power play goals and 19 power play assists. Top goaltender Stuart Skinner has a .914 save percentage and 2.92 goals against average.
Detroit Red Wings Team Overview
The Detroit Red Wings are 21-19-8 straight up and 21-26 over/under. As a result, Detroit is 8th in the Eastern Conference wild card playoff race. Detroit is 7 points behind the Pittsburgh Penguins for the final wild card spot.
Detroit ranks 24th for goal scoring and 21st for power play efficiency. While defensively, Detroit ranks 21st for goals against and 21st for penalty killing
Late on, Detroit has won three of its last five games. Also, Detroit went 1-4 over the total in its previous five outings.
First among Detroit scorers is Dylan Larkin with 15 goals, 28 assists, and a +1. Larkin adds seven goals and seven assists on the power play. At the same time, top goalie Ville Husso has a 3.00 goals against average and a .901 save percentage.
Oilers at Red Wings SBG Free Picks
In this NHL betting situation, Edmonton is the better team and in better form. While the Oilers’ price won’t be cheap, it won’t be quite as expensive based on Detroit having home ice.
Oilers at Red Wings SBG Best Bet: Edmonton Oilers.