The Matchup:
The Edmonton Oilers look to build on their series lead as they visit the Vegas Golden Knights for Game 2. The Golden Knights need to respond and protect their home ice, or they will be in a massive hole heading back to Edmonton.
Moneyline Odds:
- Oilers: +118
- Golden Knights: -142
Key Factors (With Oilers Leading 1-0):
- Golden Knights’ Desperation: Vegas is now facing a must-win situation at home. Expect them to come out with maximum intensity and physicality. A 0-2 deficit would be a huge blow to their chances.
- Oilers’ Momentum: Building on the success of game 1, can the Oilers make adjustments to extend the team’s lead and make their power plays strong, they will be a force to be reckoned with.
- Home-Ice Advantage: The fans will be key, and can change the entire attitude of the game.
- Special Teams: Can a team with a power play unit shut it down, or will they find themselves scoring goals for the other team?
Revised Prediction:
Given what is at stake, and the desperate nature that both teams are going to have. The Golden Nights are going to try to even the series at home, but if they can’t, then the Oilers may even be able to dominate.
Prediction: Expect the Oilers to continue to dominate the power play and win Game 2.
- The Oilers (+118) have had success, so it is only a matter of time before they take out the Knights at home.
A high level of physical strength is going to be key in this game, so the team that is able to handle it may be able to secure the win more comfortably.