Pacific Division rivals, the Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers, will kick off their 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs campaign with a Game 1 showdown on Monday. This marks the fourth straight year these teams will contest each other in the opening round of the playoffs. Both teams concluded the regular season strong, with the Kings taking three out of four matchups against the Oilers this year, including a recent shutout victory.
The puck will drop at 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The latest odds show the Kings favored at -127 on the money line (risking $127 to win $100), while the Oilers sit at +107 (risking $100 to win $107). The over/under bet is set at 5.5 goals.
Betting Picks
- Kings on the Moneyline (-127): The Kings have consistently outperformed the Oilers lately, showcasing strong defense at home, allowing only 1.98 goals per game.
- Connor McDavid 2+ Points (+120): A top scorer, McDavid has carried momentum into the playoffs with a recent string of assists and a strong performance against the Kings in prior matchups.
- Quinton Byfield Anytime Goalscorer (+310): Byfield, though not as star-studded as McDavid, has made significant contributions in their head-to-head encounters this season.
This analysis draws from the SportsLine Projection Model which simulates every game 10,000 times, establishing a reputation for profitability in NHL betting. For frequent updates, check out the latest from the model on NHL picks.
