The Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers, rivals from the Pacific Division, are set to begin their 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs journey in Game 1 on Monday. This playoff series marks the fourth consecutive year these two teams will face off in the first round. Having finished second and third in their division, both teams enter the playoffs with strong momentum, each securing four wins in their last five regular-season games. Notably, the Kings dominated the season series against the Oilers, winning three of four matchups, including a recent 5-0 shutout victory in Edmonton.
Game 1 is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Kings are favored to win, while the Oilers are considered the underdogs. The game is expected to be relatively low-scoring, with an over/under of 5.5 total goals.
Here are some expert recommendations for betting on the Kings vs. Oilers game:
Kings Moneyline
The Kings have demonstrated strong performance against the Oilers recently, including shutouts in their last two regular-season encounters. Since a key point in the season, the Kings have been among the league`s top teams. Their home defense is particularly solid, making them a strong pick for Game 1.
Connor McDavid Over 1.5 Points
Connor McDavid, a top scorer in the league, heads into the playoffs with impressive assist numbers. He has a history of scoring against the Kings, making the prop bet of him scoring two or more points a worthwhile consideration.
Quinton Byfield Anytime Goalscorer
Quinton Byfield has emerged as a significant player in the Kings-Oilers rivalry this season. With a good scoring record against Edmonton and recent goals leading up to the playoffs, Byfield scoring a goal in Game 1 is a valuable bet.
