Jun 13, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Cody Ceci (5) battles Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) for the puck in the first period in game three of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-USA TODAY Sports
- We’ve made our Panthers vs Oilers Game 4 prediction for Game 4 on Saturday
- The Stanley Cup Final odds favor the Oilers to avoid the sweep and extend the series
- Read below for Panthers vs Oilers Game 4 predictions, odds and player props
The Florida Panthers are one win away from becoming the first team to sweep the Stanley Cup Final since the 1998 Detroit Red Wings. Game 4 of Oilers vs Panthers goes Saturday night at Rogers Place, with puck drop set for 8:00 PM on ABC.
The oddsmakers favor the Oilers to avoid elimination and force another game in this series. The Panthers are available as road underdogs as they aim to become the first team to complete a Cup Final sweep in nearly three decades.
We’ve made our Panthers vs Oilers prediction for Game 4, examining the betting odds and player props.
Panthers vs Oilers Game 4 Prediction
The Panthers have taken a 3-0 series lead after winning Game 3 in Edmonton by a 4-3 score. Florida jumped out to a 4-1 lead but had to weather a late storm from the home team to secure the victory. They are now only one win away from their first Stanley Cup.
There are some key NHL betting trends to note considering what’s at stake on Saturday. Teams that take a 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final have won the series 27 out of 28 times historically. Twenty of those 27 teams completed the sweep in Game 4.
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— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) June 14, 2024
The Oilers showed signs of life at the end of Game 3, but their five top players from the regular season haven’t scored a goal in the Final. Part of those struggles can be attributed to the play of Sergei Bobrovsky, who has been stellar with a .953 save percentage in the series. The Panthers’ defense has limited the Oilers to just 4 goals.
Special teams have played a huge role in this series, with the usually dominant Oilers’ power play now 0-10 in the series. But it’s not like Edmonton needs to rely on their power play to generate quality offense. Per Natural Stat Trick, Edmonton has generated 55% of the expected goals at even strength in this series.
We expect Edmonton to come out flying on Saturday with their backs against the wall. We are backing the Oil to be the first team to have five shots on goal (-115 at DraftKings). Edmonton has an 86-70 shot edge in the series, plus have outshot opponents 36-19 in the first period in their last three home games.
- Oilers First to 5 Shots on Goal (-115 at DraftKings)
Panthers vs Oilers Game 4 Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLA Panthers | +1.5 (-275) | -105 | Over 5.5 (Even) |
| EDM Oilers | -1.5 (+200) | -118 | Under 5.5 (-115) |
The Panthers vs Oilers odds for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final show Edmonton as -118 favorites to win the game and avoid elimination. This may be surprising to some considering their daunting deficit in the series.
The Oilers being slight moneyline favorites at -118 suggests oddsmakers give them around a 54% implied probability of winning Game 4 at home. The Panthers at -105 have about a 49% chance.
The Oilers are favored due to their raw talent, although it evidently hasn’t made its mark in the series. Edmonton will also be extremely desperate to keep their season alive and avoid the embarrassment of a sweep. The Oilers are expected to cash in on the power play sooner or later given all their weapons.
“It’s just finding ways to stick with it & trust that we will break through.”
Nugent-Hopkins & Ekholm share their thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final so far. @Enterprise | #LetsGoOilers pic.twitter.com/vhE6wm0gme
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) June 14, 2024
To calculate potential winnings, a $100 bet on the Oilers (-118) would net a profit of $84.75 if they win. On the flip side, a $100 bet on the underdog Panthers (-105) would earn $95.24 if they pull off the upset.
We don’t have a strong play on either side for this game, as we can envision the Panthers pulling off the sweep or the Oilers forcing a Game 5. Edmonton’s stats in the Final show they likely deserve a better fate, but at the same time, the Cats have superior goaltending and are finding ways to win.
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Panthers vs Oilers Player Props
The Oilers vs Panthers player props show Edmonton’s Zach Hyman with the best odds to score at +110, which is an implied win probability of. Sam Reinahrt has the best odds of any Florida Panther to light the lamp at
| Player | Anytime Goalscorer | Shots on Goal (O/U) | Points (O/U) | Saves (O/U) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Hyman | +110 | 3.5 (+100o/-130u) | 0.5 (-180o/+140u) | N/A |
| Connor McDavid | +125 | 3.5 (-120o/-110u) | 1.5 (-130o/+100u) | N/A |
| Leon Draisaitl | +135 | 2.5 (-135o/+105u) | 1.5 (+165o/-215u) | N/A |
| Sam Reinhart | +140 | 2.5 (-140o/+110u) | 0.5 (-160o/+124u) | N/A |
| Carter Verhaeghe | +175 | 2.5 (-150o/+120u) | 0.5 (-145o/+114u) | N/A |
| Matthew Tkachuk | +205 | 2.5 (-160o/+124u) | 0.5 (-150o/+120u) | N/A |
| Aleksander Barkov | +230 | 2.5 (+110o/-140u) | 0.5 (-175o/+135u) | N/A |
| Sam Bennett | +280 | 2.5 (+114o/-145u) | 0.5 (+110o/-140u) | N/A |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | +285 | 1.5 (-160o/+124u) | 0.5 (-150o/+120u) | N/A |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | +330 | 1.5 (-145o/+114u) | 0.5 (+165o/-215u) | N/A |
| Sergei Bobrovsky | N/A | N/A | N/A | 25.5 (-130o/+100u) |
| Stuart Skinner | N/A | N/A | N/A | 25.5 (-120o/-115u) |
Stay tuned for Panthers vs Oilers player prop bets closer to game time.
Brady is the lead NHL and College Football editor at Sports Betting Dime, where he specializes in betting odds and data-driven analysis. Brady has over 10 years experience working in sports media, with work published by outlets such as ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports and Fox Sports.
The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers are set to face off in Game 4 of their playoff series on Saturday, June 15th. With the series tied at 2-2, both teams will be looking to gain the upper hand in what promises to be a thrilling matchup.
The Panthers come into Game 4 with a strong offensive presence, led by star players like Aleksander Barkov and Jonathan Huberdeau. They have been able to generate scoring chances consistently throughout the series, and will look to continue that trend in Game 4. On the other hand, the Oilers have relied heavily on their goaltender, Mikko Koskinen, to keep them in games. Koskinen has been stellar between the pipes, making key saves at crucial moments.
In terms of predictions, this game is shaping up to be a close one. Both teams have shown that they are capable of winning games in different ways, whether it be through their offense or defense. The Panthers will need to continue their strong play in the offensive zone, while the Oilers will need to rely on their goaltending to keep them in the game.
As for the odds, the Panthers are currently slight favorites to win Game 4, with odds of -120. The Oilers are not far behind, with odds of +110. This suggests that oddsmakers believe this game could go either way, making it a tough one to predict.
In terms of player props, look for Barkov and Huberdeau to continue their strong play for the Panthers. Both players have been key contributors throughout the series, and will be relied upon heavily in Game 4. For the Oilers, keep an eye on Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. The dynamic duo has been a force to be reckoned with all season, and will look to make an impact in Game 4.
Overall, Game 4 between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers promises to be an exciting matchup. With both teams looking to gain the upper hand in the series, fans can expect a hard-fought battle on the ice. Stay tuned for what should be a thrilling game on Saturday, June 15th.