WEB Panthers vs Oilers Prediction: Home Team To Take Series Lead
Home Ice Advantage
The Edmonton Oilers have shown their dominance at home during the postseason, boasting an impressive 40 goals per game. In contrast, the Florida Panthers have struggled on the road in the playoffs, scoring just 2.86 goals per game.
Goaltending Analysis
Stuart Skinner, the Oilers' starting goaltender, has been solid throughout the playoffs, posting a 2.73 goals-against average and .918 save percentage. On the other hand, Sergei Bobrovsky of the Panthers has been inconsistent, allowing 3.19 goals per game and recording a .903 save percentage.
Betting Odds and Prediction
The Oilers are favored to win Game 3 at Rogers Place, with odds of -137. The Panthers, meanwhile, are underdogs at +117. Based on the Oilers' home-ice advantage and Skinner's strong performance, our prediction is for Edmonton to take a 2-1 lead in the series. The Panthers winning the series in seven games is priced at +410, while Florida's outright series victory is set at +490.
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