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Bruins vs. Oilers prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [12/31/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Boston Bruins vs Edmonton Oilers predictions for NHL Wednesday.
NHL action continues on Wednesday at 9:30 PM ET as the Boston Bruins square off with the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Bruins vs. Oilers game.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Bruins vs. Oilers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Bruins and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Oilers a 62% chance of defeating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Bruins vs. Oilers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-144) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +170 | -200 |
| Total | o6.5 (+100) | u6.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bruins vs. Oilers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Bruins +1.5 | -144 |
| Moneyline | Bruins | +170 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -120 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Bruins +1.5 at the spread.
Bruins vs. Oilers player props
Who will score a goal in Bruins vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Oilers.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 46.6% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Place, while the star is a 10.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 39.0% |
| Morgan Geekie | 35.3% |
| Alex Steeves | 25.9% |
| Pavel Zacha | 20.8% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 20.6% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 46.6% |
| Connor McDavid | 44.6% |
| Zach Hyman | 40.1% |
| Jack Roslovic | 26.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 26.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 7.1% |
| Morgan Geekie | 6.4% |
| Alex Steeves | 4.5% |
| Pavel Zacha | 3.9% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 3.5% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 10.1% |
| Connor McDavid | 9.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 8.2% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.7% |
Bruins vs. Oilers game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's matchup between the Oilers and Bruins at Rogers Place is scheduled to begin at 9:30 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 9:30 PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Oilers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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