Rangers vs Oilers: Edmonton's 35.71% Power Play Blitzes In — Our Tips

Big numbers jump off the page in this cross-conference NHL clash at Madison Square Garden on Mon 2 Nov, 10:00 am AEDT. The Edmonton Oilers head into New York sitting 3rd on the overall league ladder with a 9-2-2 season record, armed with an explosive attack averaging 4.23 goals for per game. Meanwhile, the New York Rangers sit 17th overall with a 7-6-1 record and will be looking to turn their recent form around on home ice.

Who Takes It Out?

The numbers say Edmonton holds a serious edge in firepower. The Oilers boast a blistering 35.71% power play percentage, driven by Connor McDavid (8G 28A), Leon Draisaitl (12G 12A), and defender Evan Bouchard (7G 15A). Edmonton coming off a 4-0 shutout victory against the Calgary Flames on Thu, 29 Oct, giving them three wins from their last five overall matches where they averaged 3.8 goals per game.

New York faces a tough task keeping pace. The Rangers last start was a 3-6 defeat at home to the Los Angeles Kings on Tue, 27 Oct, marking their fourth loss in their past five overall outings. Over that five-game sample, New York conceded an average of 4.2 goals per game while scoring 3.2. However, the Rangers do bring a strong 90.48% penalty kill percentage to the table, backed by Adam Fox (1G 16A), Alexis Lafrenière (9G 7A), and Mika Zibanejad (3G 8A). If you are scanning the market for smart nhl picks, Edmonton rates a real chance as head-to-head favourites.