Edmonton Oilers Analysis
As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face off against the Vancouver Canucks, their star players' health is a major concern. Both Zach Hyman and Connor McDavid are listed as day-to-day, which could significantly impact the Oilers' chances of winning. McDavid, the team's leading scorer with 132 points and 100 assists, is crucial to the Oilers' offense, and his absence would be felt. Meanwhile, Hyman's 54 goals make him a critical component of the team's scoring attack. If either or both of these players are unable to suit up, the Oilers will need to rely heavily on their supporting cast to fill the scoring void.
Vancouver Canucks Analysis
As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face off against the Vancouver Canucks, they'll need to keep a close eye on the Canucks' dynamic duo of Brock Boeser and J.T. Miller. Both players are key contributors to the Canucks' offense, with Boeser's 40 goals and Miller's 103 points leading the team. However, with both players currently listed as day-to-day due to injury, the Oilers may catch a break. If they're unable to suit up, the Oilers should look to exploit the Canucks' defense, which has struggled at times this season. On the other hand, Quinn Hughes remains a major threat from the blue line, with his 75 assists leading the team. The Oilers' defense will need to be sharp to contain the talented young defenseman and limit the Canucks' transition game.
Vancouver Canucks Injuries
- Thatcher Demko (G): Out
- Carson Soucy (D): Suspension
- Phillip Di Giuseppe (LW): Day-To-Day
- Elias Pettersson (C): Day-To-Day
- Casey DeSmith (G): Day-To-Day
Edmonton Oilers Injuries
- Adam Henrique (C): Day-To-Day
- Leon Draisaitl (C): Day-To-Day
- Evander Kane (LW): Day-To-Day
- Mattias Janmark (C): Day-To-Day
- Connor McDavid (C): Day-To-Day
How to Watch the Edmonton Oilers vs Vancouver Canucks
The Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks game will be televised on TNT and is scheduled for Thu 10:00 PM.
Edmonton Oilers vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Odds
The Edmonton Oilers are favored to win, with current odds of -145, a significant shift from the opening odds which had the Vancouver Canucks as +125 underdogs. Meanwhile, the Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6.5.
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