NHL Betting Preview: Oilers vs Lightning

The Edmonton Oilers meet the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:30 on Thursday, November 20.

Lightning Look a Great Wager to Land Victory

There are attractive odds about the Lightning and our prediction is for them to benefit from home-ice advantage and win in 60 minutes. They can get the better of the Oilers and you can get +105.

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Teams’ Previous H2H Saw 4-1 Lightning Victory

Edmonton Oilers have been beaten in successive games and the latest was on the road at Capital One Arena. Washington Capitals claimed a 7-4 win. Darnell Nurse registered two goals, with Leon Draisaitl and David Tomasek also finding the net.

Tampa Bay Lightning won their last game which was at home. It was a 5-1 triumph at Benchmark International Arena against New Jersey Devils. Jake Guentzel managed a hat trick, with Darren Raddysh and Nikita Kucherov also on the scoresheet. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy played a starring role, stopping 31 shots (.969).

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at Benchmark International Arena, with the Lightning claiming the win. Beating the Oilers by a 4-1 scoreline. In the past 9 H2H meetings, the Lightning have won five.

Starting Goalies

Calvin Pickard (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	2-3-1	4.2	.830	0
23/24	12-7-1	2.45	.909	1

Andrei Vasilevskiy (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	7-5-2	2.7	.903	0
23/24	30-20-2	2.9	.900	2

Edmonton Oilers – Last 10 Games

4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.9 goals from 27.6 shots on goal, with a 25.0% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have been giving up 4.2 goals from 26.5 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.9%.

Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 18 points, 6 goals and 12 assists, with Leon Draisaitl racking up 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Stuart Skinner have a 3.44 goal against average with a .866 save percentage.

Tampa Bay Lightning – Last 10 Games

The Lightning have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.5 goals from 27.7 shots on goal, with a 12.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 25.7 shots, averaging 4.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.2%.

The top points scorer is Jake Guentzel with 10 points, 7 goals and 3 assists, while Nikita Kucherov is next best after having 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy have a 2.22 GAA with a .917 SV%.

Edmonton Oilers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction & Picks

We’ve got your Edmonton Oilers vs Tampa Bay Lightning bets covered, including our expert match prediction, top correct score pick, must-see player props and a tailored bet builder built for value.

Game Prediction

There’s an attractive +105 that Tampa Bay Lightning are able to get the better of their opponents. This pick can be wagered on the 60-minute line for this NHL clash.

Our expert NHL handicappers study recent form and take injuries into account when assessing each matchup. Before delivering a verdict, we combine that insight with the latest stats to strengthen our hockey analysis.

Key Oilers vs Lightning stats:

Lightning have won 7 of their last 10 games.
Lightning have won 3 of their last 5 games.
Oilers have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
Oilers have lost 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
Oilers have lost their last 2 games.
Lightning have won 5 of their last 9 games against Oilers.

Lightning 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The best betting sites are estimating that there is a 48.8% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jake Guentzel To Score +150

Jake Guentzel (Lightning) has scored at least one goal in 4 straight games at home. Based on the stats, we think that odds of +150 are really appealing when it comes to betting on Anytime Goalscorer.

Same Game Parlay Picks

3-Way Moneyline Lightning

Totals Under 6.5

To Score Jake Guentzel

We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes the Lightning winning in regulation time combined with Under 6.5 goals and Jake Guentzel (Lightning) to score at least once.

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Correct Score Prediction

Oilers

2 - 3 Lightning logo

Lightning

We’ve picked out a correct score of 3-2 being landed by the Lightning. You can secure odds of +800 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

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2-0

2-1

Edmonton Oilers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Have Lightning as Favorites

The sportsbooks have Tampa Bay Lightning at -152 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 60% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +126 about Edmonton Oilers.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 6.5 right now. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at +108.

Consider every angle when placing your National Hockey League wagers. The best betting apps have a huge selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a bet which matches your prediction of the matchup.

Moneyline

3-Way Moneyline

Puck Line

Total Goals

Leon Draisaitl Favorite to Be First Goalscorer

There is +125 available that Leon Draisaitl finds the net at any stage. He is available at +850 to register the first goal which makes him favorite.

Player Goals

Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)

Nikita Kucherov (Lightning)

Jake Guentzel (Lightning)

Connor McDavid (Oilers)

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Micro Betting

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the NHL micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term wagers and this might include the Next Goalscorer or Next Goal.

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Last 5 Games

Oilers

NHL: 20/11 Oilers4 Capitals 7
NHL: 18/11 Oilers1 Sabres 5
NHL: 16/11 Oilers4 Hurricanes 3
NHL: 14/11 Oilers4 Blue Jackets 5
NHL: 13/11 Oilers2 Flyers 1

Lightning

NHL: 19/11 Devils1 Lightning 5
NHL: 16/11 Canucks6 Lightning 2
NHL: 15/11 Lightning3 Panthers 1
NHL: 13/11 Rangers7 Lightning 3
NHL: 09/11 Capitals2 Lightning 3

Head to Head

Edmonton vs Tampa Bay

NHL: 26/02 2025 Oilers 1 Lightning 4
NHL: 11/12 2024 Lightning 1 Oilers 2
NHL: 15/12 2023 Lightning 7 Oilers 4
NHL: 18/11 2023 Oilers 4 Lightning 6
NHL: 20/01 2023 Lightning 3 Oilers 5
NHL: 09/11 2022 Oilers 3 Lightning 2
NHL: 13/03 2022 Lightning 1 Oilers 4
NHL: 24/02 2022 Oilers 3 Lightning 5
NHL: 14/02 2020 Oilers 1 Lightning 3

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Edmonton Oilers Stats

Tampa Bay Lightning Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.50 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 2.90 goals and allowed 4.30 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.40 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 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 27.6
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 6.8
Blocks: 15.6
Faceoff Wins : 29.9
Hits: 16.9
Giveaways: 15.6
Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

Goals Powerplay: 0.8
Shots: 28.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.6
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 5.5
Blocks: 15.8
Faceoff Wins : 28.8
Hits: 17
Giveaways: 15.7
Takeaways: 5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.6
Shots: 27.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 4.7
Empty Net Goals: 0.4
Penalty Minutes: 12.1
Blocks: 11.8
Faceoff Wins : 24.7
Hits: 19.1
Giveaways: 13.2
Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Home Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 28.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 4.8
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 13.2
Blocks: 15
Faceoff Wins : 27
Hits: 22.1
Giveaways: 15.2
Takeaways: 3.7

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Edmonton Oilers Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
97	Connor McDavid	22	23.43	9	23	32	-5
29	Leon Draisaitl	22	22.47	14	12	26	5
2	Evan Bouchard	22	23.72	3	14	17	-5

93	Ryan Nugent-Hopkins	16	18.81	5	11	16	-11
28	Jack Roslovic	20	17.69	7	8	15	2
96	Jake Walman	16	20.74	3	7	10	-3
25	Darnell Nurse	22	21.01	5	4	9	-7
88	Andrew Mangiapane	22	14.93	4	4	8	-16
92	Vasili Podkolzin	22	15.09	3	5	8	3
14	Mattias Ekholm	22	20.36	1	6	7	-6
19	Adam Henrique	22	14.09	2	4	6	-7
22	Matthew Savoie	22	13.95	2	3	5	-7
86	David Tomasek	15	11.41	2	2	4	-7
48	Noah Philp	15	10.04	2	1	3	-7
49	Ty Emberson	17	15.4	1	2	3	0
53	Isaac Howard	17	9.5	2	1	3	-2
42	Kasperi Kapanen	6	12.28	0	2	2	-2
18	Zach Hyman	3	22	0	2	2	-4
27	Brett Kulak	22	17.7	0	2	2	-11
10	Trent Frederic	22	12.28	1	0	1	-8
20	Curtis Lazar	9	9.57	1	0	1	-3
13	Mattias Janmark-Nylen	6	10.67	0	1	1	-3
75	Alec Regula	8	12.53	0	0	0	-7
51	Troy Stecher	7	13.61	0	0	0	1

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
74	Stuart Skinner	16	3	0.881
30	Calvin Pickard	7	4.17	0.83

Tampa Bay Lightning Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
59	Jake Guentzel	19	20.89	11	9	20	4
86	Nikita Kucherov	17	21.12	9	9	18	-4
38	Brandon Hagel	18	19.39	7	8	15	3

77	Victor Hedman	15	22.59	0	12	12	1
71	Anthony Cirelli	15	18.66	7	5	12	5
21	Brayden Point	19	19.17	3	8	11	-9
43	Darren Raddysh	13	16.67	2	5	7	-4
22	Oliver Bjorkstrand	19	14.63	1	6	7	-2
27	Ryan McDonagh	15	20.16	3	3	6	1
37	Yanni Gourde	19	16.16	3	3	6	0
51	Charles-Edouard D'Astous	12	16.43	1	4	5	-5
28	Zemgus Girgensons	12	15.12	4	1	5	-3
29	Pontus Holmberg	15	12.4	1	4	5	1
90	Janis Jerome Moser	17	20.93	1	4	5	5
93	Gage Goncalves	19	12.81	1	4	5	3
17	Dominic James	10	12.54	1	3	4	1
81	Erik Cernak	18	19.09	0	3	3	-1
78	Emil Lilleberg	19	15.41	2	1	3	2
24	Maxwell Crozier	8	14.41	0	3	3	3
	Scott Sabourin	3	10.33	1	1	2	1
	Curtis Douglas	13	5.98	0	2	2	2
62	Jack Finley	8	9.25	1	1	2	1
14	Conor Geekie	6	10.03	0	1	1	0
12	Jakob Pelletier	1	6.2	0	0	0	0
64	Steven Santini	1	12.6	0	0	0	0
61	Boris Katchouk	3	12.2	0	0	0	0
41	Mitchell Chaffee	7	9.49	0	0	0	0
67	Declan Carlile	1	11.7	0	0	0	0

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
88	Andrei Vasilevskiy	14	2.56	0.905
31	Jonas Johansson	6	3.26	0.89

Injuries & Suspensions

Edmonton Oilers Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Kasperi Kapanen

Injured

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

Injured

Curtis Lazar

Injured

Noah Philp

Injured

Tampa Bay Lightning Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Victor Hedman

Injured

Pontus Holmberg

Injured

Maxwell Crozier

Injured

Ryan McDonagh

Injured

Nick Paul

Injured

Erik Cernak

Injured

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

Previous Edmonton Oilers Lineups

19 Nov NHL

Oilers 4-7 Capitals

Metropolitan	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Carolina	20	13	5	2	28	0.7	9	12	73	58	15	6-2-1	7-3-1	1-1	6-4	1L
2 New Jersey	19	13	5	1	27	0.711	8	11	62	57	5	7-0-1	6-5-0	2-0	5-5	1L
3 Pittsburgh	19	10	5	4	24	0.632	10	10	62	50	12	5-2-1	5-3-3	0-3	4-6	1W
4 NY Islanders	20	11	7	2	24	0.6	8	11	64	64	0	4-3-1	7-4-1	0-2	7-3	1W
5 Washington	20	10	8	2	22	0.55	9	10	60	53	7	6-4-1	4-4-1	0-2	4-6	2W
6 Columbus	20	10	8	2	22	0.55	6	7	62	65	-3	5-3-1	5-5-1	3-1	4-6	1L
7 NY Rangers	21	10	9	2	22	0.524	7	9	53	52	1	1-7-1	9-2-1	1-0	6-4	2L
8 Philadelphia	18	9	6	3	21	0.583	4	5	51	51	0	6-3-2	3-3-1	4-0	5-5	1L

East Atlantic	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Detroit	20	12	7	1	25	0.625	9	10	62	62	0	7-3-1	5-4-0	2-0	5-5	2W
2 Boston	22	12	10	0	24	0.545	8	11	72	73	-1	8-4-0	4-6-0	1-0	7-3	2L
3 Montreal	19	10	6	3	23	0.605	5	10	63	66	-3	5-4-1	5-2-2	0-2	4-6	4L
4 Tampa Bay	19	10	7	2	22	0.579	8	10	59	56	3	5-5-0	5-2-2	0-0	7-3	1W
5 Ottawa	19	9	6	4	22	0.579	6	7	64	65	-1	6-3-2	3-3-2	2-0	5-5	1L
6 Florida	19	10	8	1	21	0.553	9	9	58	59	-1	7-2-1	3-6-0	1-1	6-4	1W
7 Toronto	20	9	9	2	20	0.5	6	9	70	74	-4	8-4-2	1-5-0	0-0	4-6	1W
8 Buffalo	20	7	9	4	18	0.45	5	6	58	71	-13	6-4-2	1-5-2	1-0	3-7	1L

East Central	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Colorado	19	13	1	5	31	0.816	12	13	78	47	31	7-0-2	6-1-3	0-2	8-2	6W
2 Dallas	20	12	5	3	27	0.675	9	10	66	57	9	6-4-1	6-1-2	2-1	6-4	1L
3 Winnipeg	19	12	7	0	24	0.632	10	11	64	52	12	6-3-0	6-4-0	1-0	6-4	2W
4 Chicago	19	10	5	4	24	0.632	9	10	64	49	15	5-2-2	5-3-2	0-1	6-4	2W
5 Minnesota	21	10	7	4	24	0.571	6	8	60	64	-4	7-3-3	3-4-1	2-0	7-3	3W
6 Utah	20	10	7	3	23	0.575	7	10	62	61	1	5-1-1	5-6-2	0-0	2-8	3L
7 St Louis	20	6	9	5	17	0.425	6	6	55	78	-23	3-5-4	3-4-1	0-2	3-7	3L
8 Nashville	20	6	10	4	16	0.4	4	5	49	70	-21	5-5-2	1-5-2	1-0	2-8	1L

West Pacific	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Anaheim	20	13	6	1	27	0.675	9	12	74	63	11	7-1-0	6-5-1	1-0	7-3	2W
2 Vegas	19	9	4	6	24	0.632	8	9	60	55	5	5-3-3	4-1-3	0-1	4-6	1W
3 LA Kings	20	10	6	4	24	0.6	6	9	56	57	-1	1-4-2	9-2-2	1-3	6-4	1L
4 Seattle	19	9	5	5	23	0.605	6	9	51	54	-3	6-1-3	3-4-2	0-2	4-6	1L
5 Edmonton	22	9	9	4	22	0.5	4	9	67	82	-15	5-1-2	4-8-2	0-2	4-6	2L
6 San Jose	20	9	8	3	21	0.525	4	9	59	65	-6	5-3-3	4-5-0	0-1	7-3	1W
7 Vancouver	21	9	10	2	20	0.476	5	7	67	77	-10	3-5-1	6-5-1	2-0	4-6	1L
8 Calgary	22	6	13	3	15	0.341	5	5	51	69	-18	3-4-2	3-9-1	1-2	4-6	1W

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Correct Score Prediction

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Injuries & Suspensions

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