The Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights are set to face off in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series on Sunday, May 30th. The game will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, and is expected to be a thrilling matchup between two talented teams.
The Oilers come into this game after defeating the Winnipeg Jets in four games in the first round of the playoffs. Led by superstar Connor McDavid, who had nine points in the series, the Oilers will look to continue their strong play against the Golden Knights.
On the other hand, the Golden Knights had a tougher time in their first-round series against the Minnesota Wild. After losing the first game of the series, the Golden Knights bounced back to win the next four games and advance to the second round.
Despite their struggles in the first round, the Golden Knights are still a formidable opponent. They have a deep roster with players like Mark Stone, Max Pacioretty, and Alex Pietrangelo who can make a big impact on the game.
As for the odds, the Golden Knights are currently favored to win Game 1 with a -160 moneyline. The Oilers are listed at +140, meaning a $100 bet on them would result in a $140 payout if they win.
The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals, with the over listed at -115 and the under at -105.
In terms of start time, the game is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET/5:00 PM PT. Fans can tune in to watch the game on NBCSN in the United States or Sportsnet in Canada.
As for predictions, it’s tough to say who will come out on top in Game 1. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, and it could come down to which team executes better on both ends of the ice.
However, one thing is for sure: this is going to be an exciting series between two talented teams. Fans can expect plenty of action and drama as the Oilers and Golden Knights battle it out for a spot in the Western Conference Finals.
