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The Vegas Golden Knights return to home ice aiming to kick off the series with a win. For the Edmonton Oilers, this marks a chance to shift the narrative — the team must finally deliver on their championship aspirations. Still, defensive frailties have persisted, and they have struggled in recent away games.
Vegas Golden Knights
In the previous round, the Vegas Golden Knights dropped two straight games after winning the opener but managed to rally and overcome the Minnesota Wild, taking the series with three consecutive victories. The team conceded no more than two goals in each of the final two games. Goaltender Adin Hill raised his level during that stretch, finishing with a 91.6% save percentage. Offensively, the Vegas Golden Knights remained sharp, averaging three goals per game. Tomas Hertl stood out with five points (3+2) across the series against the Minnesota Wild.
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers also progressed with a 4:2 series win over the Los Angeles Kings, averaging 4.5 goals per game. However, their defensive showing was concerning — the team conceded 24 goals, with goaltenders Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard combining for a save percentage of just 85.1%. On the road, the Oilers appeared vulnerable, losing two of the three games in Los Angeles. A similar trend can be seen in Nevada, where the Oilers have won just two of their last six meetings with the Vegas Golden Knights.
Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction
The Vegas Golden Knights displayed greater discipline and composure in their last series. While the visitors possess a dangerous offence, defensive issues continue to undermine the Edmonton Oilers. With a solid attacking unit and a dependable presence in goal, the Vegas Golden Knights are well-placed to open the series with a victory in front of their fans.
