Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Predictions November 9th 2024

Canucks return home to face Oilers without top goal scorer Boeser

Looking to win big? The Oilers and Canucks face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Canucks are hosting the game at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific division showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.

Edmonton vs. Vancouver Key Information

• Teams: Oilers at Canucks
• Where: Rogers Arena Vancouver
• Date: Saturday, November 9th
• Betting Odds EDM -113 | VAN -105 O/U 6.5

The Oilers Can Win If…

With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers moved to 6-7-1 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the game’s 6 total goals falling just short of the line.

Edmonton had four different players score in this one. The Oilers jumped out to a 2-0 lead before Calgary tied it up, but Edmonton regained the lead with a goal at 9:50 in the third period and added an empty-netter at 19:57 to seal the victory.

Edmonton’s offense put 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl netted his 9th goal of the season and added two assists, bringing his assist total to 8. Zach Hyman, who scored his 3rd goal on a power play, also picked up his 2nd assist of the year.

Jeff Skinner scored his 3rd goal, while Mattias Janmark added an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the season. The Oilers had 10 giveaways and scored twice in the first period before adding two more in the third.

Defensively, the Oilers will look to improve after giving up two goals, including the game-tying goal at 15:32 in the third period. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the defense added 2 takeaways and 19 hits.

• The Oilers have gone 1-2 over their last three regular season games. In these matchups, they ended with an puck line record of 1-2 and an over-under mark of 0-3.
• Edmonton has put together a record of 5-5 in their last ten games (regular season). This includes going 4-6 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 1-9.

The Canucks Can Win If…

With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 7-2-3. Vancouver, favored by -1.5 goals, didn’t cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.

All five goals came after the first period. The Sharks scored first, but Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19 in the second period. The Canucks took the lead in the third, only for the Sharks to tie it again before Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.

Pius Suter notched two goals, bringing his season total to four, as the Canucks secured a 3-2 win over the Sharks. Suter’s first goal tied the game at 1-1 in the second period, and he later scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.

Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but also had 25 giveaways. The Canucks didn’t score in the first period and managed just one goal in the second before adding two in the third.

Defensively, the Canucks had a solid performance, allowing just 2 goals on 23 shots from the Sharks. Goalie Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves, finishing with a 91.3% save percentage. The defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 24 hits. However, they’ll look to tighten up late in games, as they allowed the first goal 2:37 into the 2nd period and another at 18:43 in the 3rd.

• The Canucks have posted a 3-0 record in their previous three games. Against the spread, the team is 2-1 in these same games while going 1-1-1 on the over/under.
• The Canucks have gone 7-3 over their last ten regular season games. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 5-5 to go along with an over-under mark of 4-5-1.

The Lean

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Canucks to take down the Oilers at home. With the moneyline currently at -105, I’m placing my bet on the Canucks straight-up.

If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Canucks winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Canucks straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

Daily NHL Picks & Predictions

The Vancouver Canucks kick off a crucial six-game homestand this Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers, riding high on a three-game winning streak. But they may have to fight to keep their momentum, facing a tough matchup without their leading goal-scorer, Brock Boeser.

Canucks’ Winning Streak and Setback with Boeser’s Injury

The Canucks are fresh from a successful road trip, marking their first-ever three-game sweep of California’s NHL teams. Their latest victory, a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, showed the team’s strength and resilience, but it came at a cost. Forward Brock Boeser, who has led the Canucks with six goals in just 12 games, was injured early in the game after a blindside check from Kings forward Tanner Jeannot. The hit led to a match penalty for Jeannot and a three-game suspension, but Boeser’s absence leaves the Canucks searching for other offensive options.

J.T. Miller, one of the Canucks’ key forwards, spoke about the team’s unity in the face of adversity. “Three hard-fought games,” he said. “When [Boeser] went down, we knew we had to step up, and I thought everybody did just that.” With Boeser’s status uncertain, Miller and the rest of the team will need to sustain this “next-man-up” mentality as they return to Vancouver.

Edmonton’s Connor McDavid Returns Amid Team’s Challenges

The Oilers find themselves in a similar situation with star Connor McDavid, who recently returned after an ankle injury that initially threatened a lengthy absence. McDavid, a three-time Hart Trophy winner and last year’s playoff MVP, came back on Wednesday in a 4-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Although he recorded two shots, he couldn’t find the net—reflecting Edmonton’s scoring struggles in the face of strong goaltending.

The Oilers’ season has been defined by high expectations but a rocky start, holding a 6-7-1 record that puts them in fifth place in the Pacific Division, four points behind Vancouver. With a lineup that boasts talent from Leon Draisaitl to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, the Oilers were anticipated to make another strong playoff push after narrowly missing the Stanley Cup last season. The loss to Vegas was particularly painful, with Edmonton leading late in the game only to see Vegas tie it up and eventually add an empty-net goal.

Edmonton’s Road to Redemption

For the Oilers, this season has been about proving that last year’s playoff success wasn’t a fluke. Veterans like McDavid, Draisaitl, Nugent-Hopkins, and defenseman Darnell Nurse are eager to make another deep postseason run and finally secure the title they’ve been chasing. Nugent-Hopkins spoke about their current struggles, pointing out how hard they’ve been working but lamenting the challenges posed by well-performing goalies. “Sometimes you just have to put your head down and hope for a bounce,” he noted. “Those bounces only come with effort.”

Their hunger to make a statement this season adds urgency to each game, and as they travel to Vancouver, they’ll be aiming to gain ground in the division and reverse their early-season struggles.

Canucks’ Leaders and Locker Room Positivity

Quinn Hughes, Vancouver’s captain and the reigning Norris Trophy winner, has been a beacon of strength and consistency for the Canucks this season. With a goal and five assists in his last three games, Hughes leads both on the scoreboard and in setting the tone for Vancouver’s defense. “I try not to worry about the outcome, just creating opportunities,” Hughes said after the Kings game. “I’ve been getting good looks, and now you’re seeing more of them go in.”

Alongside Hughes, forward Conor Garland emphasized the positive team culture, especially after the team’s earlier disappointment on the road in Chicago. “There’s a good feeling in the dressing room heading into this homestand,” Garland said, noting how the team has made strides in consistency and effort. This boost in morale could be pivotal as they aim to build off their recent success and hold strong at home.

Game Outlook: Key Storylines and Implications

Saturday’s matchup between the Canucks and Oilers is shaping up to be an intense contest with both teams motivated to secure points. For Vancouver, the question will be how well they can adapt without Boeser and maintain the scoring depth that has carried them so far. Edmonton, on the other hand, is seeking consistency and the chance to prove they can capitalize on scoring opportunities, especially with McDavid back on the ice.

This game also holds implications for both teams’ standings in the Pacific Division. The Canucks, currently in third place, are looking to solidify their early-season success, while the Oilers are eager to catch up and close the gap.