Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 31 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Bruins vs Oilers

The Boston Bruins go up against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, with face-off scheduled for 22:30 on Wednesday, December 31.

Our betting prediction is that there will be home-ice advantage when the Oilers face the Bruins. You can currently get -127 about this happening which look like great odds.

Boston Bruins have suffered a defeat in their previous six games including a recent 2-1 (OT) loss. This occurred on the road at Scotiabank Saddledome against Calgary Flames. Andrew Peeke was the only player to find the net, with Jeremy Swayman stopping 19 shots (.950).

Edmonton Oilers have triumphed in their last three home games. Most recently, they won on the road when beating Winnipeg Jets 3-1 at Canada Life Centre. Zach Hyman, Jack Roslovic and Max Jones each scored one goal. Goalie Calvin Pickard had a great game and ended up with 41 saves (.976).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Oilers beat the Bruins in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 3-1 scoreline at TD Garden. The Oilers have enjoyed four consecutive victories against the Bruins. They’ve landed 6 wins from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Jeremy Swayman (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	28-14-4	2.7	.908	1
23/24	25-10-7	2.53	.916	3

Connor Ingram (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-8-2	2.8	.890	1
23/24	23-21-3	2.91	.907	6

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.8 goals from 27.5 shots on goal, with a 14.9% powerplay efficiency. The Bruins have given up 3.7 goals from 26.6 shots, averaging 5.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.4%.

David Pastrnak is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Morgan Geekie recording 8 points, 3 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jeremy Swayman have a 3.15 goal against average with a .870 save percentage.

The Oilers have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.6 goals from 28.4 shots on goal, with a 31.1% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.6 goals from 30.0 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.5%.

The top points scorer is Connor McDavid with 25 points, 8 goals and 17 assists, while Leon Draisaitl is next best after having 18 points, 3 goals and 15 assists. Goalie Calvin Pickard have a 2.74 GAA with a .923 SV%.

Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction & Picks

The Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, player prop bets, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

There’s an attractive -127 that Edmonton Oilers are able to get the better of their opponents. This pick can be wagered on the 60-minute line for this NHL clash.

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Key Bruins vs Oilers stats:

• Oilers have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Oilers have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Oilers have won 3 consecutive games at home.
• Bruins have lost their last 6 games.
• Bruins have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Bruins have lost 12 of their last 20 games.
• Oilers have won the last 4 games between these teams.

Oilers 3-Way Moneyline Probability

Based on the odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 55.9% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

If you’re wanting bigger odds about Edmonton, then there are a number of alternative game lines and props including the Puck Line, Winning Margin and Match Winner & Total Goals.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Connor McDavid Over 3.5 Shots +110

Connor McDavid (Oilers) has finished with Over 3.5 shots on goal in 5 straight home games. We think this could be a telling statistic and we’ll back him to cover the line which is available at odds of +110.

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Correct Score Prediction

Bruins 1 - 3 Oilers

The Oilers are available at +1800 when it comes to them winning 3-1. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Bruins

Oilers

1-0

Bruins

+7000

Oilers

+6000

2-0

Bruins

+6600

Oilers

+5000

2-1

Bruins

+1900

Oilers

+1500

3-0

Bruins

+5500

Oilers

+3300

3-1

Bruins

+2800

Oilers

+1800

3-2

Bruins

+1050

Oilers

+800

4-0

Bruins

+7000

Oilers

+3400

4-1

Bruins

+2500

Oilers

+1400

4-2

Bruins

+2000

Oilers

+1300

4-3

Bruins

+1150

Oilers

+900

5-0

Bruins

+12000

Oilers

+5500

5-1

Bruins

+4500

Oilers

+1900

5-2

Bruins

+2400

Oilers

+1300

5-3

Bruins

+2800

Oilers

+1800

5-4

Bruins

+2000

Oilers

+1600

6-0

Bruins

+2000

Oilers

+7500

6-1

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+4000

6-2

Bruins

+5000

Oilers

+2200

6-3

Bruins

+3500

Oilers

+2200

6-4

Bruins

+5000

Oilers

+3500

6-5

Bruins

+4500

Oilers

+3500

7-0

Bruins

+4500

Oilers

+11000

7-1

Bruins

+4500

Oilers

+6000

7-2

Bruins

+12000

Oilers

+5000

7-3

Bruins

+7500

Oilers

+4000

7-4

Bruins

+7000

Oilers

+4500

7-5

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+8000

7-6

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+9000

8-1

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+10000

8-2

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+8000

8-3

Bruins

+10000

Oilers

+9000

8-4

Bruins

+13000

Oilers

+8000

8-5

Bruins

+14000

Oilers

+11000

9-2

Bruins

+14000

Oilers

+14000

9-3

Bruins

+14000

Oilers

+14000

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Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The sportsbooks are taking no chances with their Moneyline odds of -182 about Edmonton Oilers which reflects they have a 65% chance of winning this game. For those wanting to back Boston Bruins, you will find +150 about the underdogs.

The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are -114.

The best betting sites offer hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to National Hockey League clashes. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Bruins

+150

Oilers

-182

3-Way Moneyline

Bruins

+265

Tie

+340

Oilers

-120

Puck Line

Bruins +1.5

-164

Oilers -1.5

+134

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-106

Over 6.5

-114

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Boston Bruins Stats

Edmonton Oilers Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.70 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 27.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 16.5
• Blocks: 15.8
• Faceoff Wins : 29.9
• Hits: 23.4
• Giveaways: 16.2
• Takeaways: 5.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 14.5
• Blocks: 15.9
• Faceoff Wins : 27.4
• Hits: 25.9
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 5.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.4
• Shots: 28.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 12.8
• Blocks: 13.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.6
• Hits: 18.3
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.2
• Shots: 28.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 14.2
• Blocks: 12.3
• Faceoff Wins : 26.7
• Hits: 18.6
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 3.7

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