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Oilers vs. Lightning Prediction and Odds - November 18, 2023

NHL action continues on Saturday at 4:00PM ET as the Edmonton Oilers take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena.
Dimers' in-depth betting preview for Saturday's Oilers vs. Lightning game includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and best bets.
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Who Will Win: Oilers vs. Lightning
Based on state-of-the-art computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Oilers-Lightning NHL matchup 10,000 times.
Dimers' revolutionary predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Oilers a 52% chance of defeating the Lightning.
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Oilers vs. Lightning Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Bet Type | Oilers | Lightning |
---|---|---|
Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-205) |
Moneyline | -134 | +114 |
Total | o7 (-102) | u7 (-115) |
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
The Lightning are +1.5 underdogs versus the Oilers, with -205 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
For the favored Oilers (-1.5) to cover the puck line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +180.
DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at +114, which means you can bet $100 to profit $114, earning a total payout of $214, if they win.
Meanwhile, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Oilers at -134, where you can risk $134 to win $100, for a total payout of $234, if they come out on top.
The Over/Under is set at 7 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -102, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -115.
According to DimersBOT, the Lightning (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 7-goal Over/Under has a 53% chance of going Under.
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Best Bets: Oilers vs. Lightning
By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best bets to make on this game:
- Puck Line: Lightning +1.5 @ -205 via FanDuel Sportsbook (67% probability)
- Moneyline: Lightning @ +114 via DraftKings Sportsbook (1.2% edge)
- Total: Under 7 @ -115 via BetMGM (53% probability)
Dimers' NHL best bets are based on detailed simulations and wagering expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.
While the Oilers are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Lightning moneyline is the best option because of the 1.2% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers.com is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Oilers vs. Lightning Prediction
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Oilers vs. Lightning Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Lightning? The latest data is in.
Featured below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Oilers and Lightning this Saturday.
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According to DimersBOT, Edmonton's Connor McDavid is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Lightning.
DimersBOT gives McDavid a 9.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Oilers star is a 48.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
Scroll down for the complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
Player | First Goal Probability |
---|---|
Connor McDavid | 9.6% |
Leon Draisaitl | 8.0% |
Zach Hyman | 6.4% |
Evander Kane | 5.7% |
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.3% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
Player | First Goal Probability |
---|---|
Brayden Point | 7.6% |
Nikita Kucherov | 7.2% |
Steven Stamkos | 6.2% |
Brandon Hagel | 6.1% |
Nick Paul | 4.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
---|---|
Connor McDavid | 48.6% |
Leon Draisaitl | 43.2% |
Zach Hyman | 35.0% |
Evander Kane | 31.9% |
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 25.5% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
---|---|
Brayden Point | 42.0% |
Nikita Kucherov | 39.4% |
Steven Stamkos | 35.4% |
Brandon Hagel | 33.0% |
Nick Paul | 27.9% |
Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so refresh this page for any changes to our betting insights before Oilers vs. Lightning on Saturday November 18, 2023. |
Oilers vs. Lightning Preview
Saturday's action between the Lightning and Oilers at Amalie Arena is scheduled to start at 4:00PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
- Date: Saturday November 18, 2023
- Time: 4:00PM ET / 1:00PM PT
- Venue: Amalie Arena
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Conclusion
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