Oilers vs. Blackhawks Prediction: Edmonton Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [2/5/2025]

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Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks matchup.

Edmonton Oilers-Chicago Blackhawks Predictions and Game Preview.
United Center sets the stage for the NHL matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks this Wednesday.

The Chicago Blackhawks will square off with the favored Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at United Center on Wednesday, starting at 9:30PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Edmonton-Chicago game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.

"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Oilers' chance of winning at 68%, with the Blackhawks at 32%."

For further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Oilers vs. Blackhawks predictions page.

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Oilers vs. Blackhawks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Blackhawks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Oilers a 68% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.

According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.

 

Oilers vs. Blackhawks Odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Oilers Blackhawks
Puck Line -1.5 (-115) +1.5 (-104)
Moneyline -285 +240
Total o6.5 (-112) u6.5 (-105)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Oilers vs. Blackhawks Picks and Best Bets

Our model's biggest edge in today's Oilers vs. Blackhawks matchup is on the puck line.

Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Oilers vs. Blackhawks Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Blackhawks?

According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Blackhawks.

Our projections give Draisaitl a 10.5% chance of scoring the first goal at United Center, while the Oilers star is a 46.4% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player First Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl 10.5%
Connor McDavid 8.4%
Zach Hyman 6.8%

Chicago Blackhawks

Player First Goal Probability
Connor Bedard 6.5%
Tyler Bertuzzi 5.2%
Teuvo Teravainen 4.5%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player Anytime Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl 46.4%
Connor McDavid 42.6%
Zach Hyman 37.9%

Chicago Blackhawks

Player Anytime Goal Probability
Connor Bedard 32.2%
Tyler Bertuzzi 26.3%
Landon Slaggert 24.1%

Oilers vs. Hawks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Wednesday's action between the Blackhawks and Oilers at United Center is scheduled to begin at 9:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's full preview of Wednesday's Oilers vs. Blackhawks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Edmonton vs. Chicago picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Conclusion

We predict the Oilers, with a 68% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Wednesday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Blackhawks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest 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
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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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