Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Prediction for Saturday, April 4, 2026
Use Code WWWC The Vegas Golden Knights face the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta on Saturday at 10:00 PM ET, with coverage on ESPN+. Vegas enters this matchup at 34-26-16 after a 6-3 win over Calgary, while Edmonton sits at 39-28-9 and comes in riding a five-game winning streak following strong recent form. Edmonton has also taken all three meetings in this season series, including a 4-3 overtime win on March 26. Stay sharp with our NHL picks for the Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers pick and prediction.
Golden Knights Trying to Build on Recent Win
The Vegas Golden Knights enter this matchup with a 34-26-16 record and have shown mixed results over the last stretch, going 4-4-2 in their last ten games. In their most recent game, the Golden Knights beat Calgary 6-3, a needed offensive showing after scoring just four total goals in the two games prior. Vegas has now won back-to-back games after losses to Washington and Edmonton, showing some push late in the season.
The Vegas Golden Knights are averaging 3.17 goals per game while allowing 3.05, and the scoring has largely been driven by Jack Eichel, who leads the team with 79 points. Pavel Dorofeyev leads the team with 35 goals, giving Vegas a reliable scoring option. The team has been at its best when reaching at least three goals, holding a 33-6-10 record in those games. On the defensive side, Vegas allows 24.3 shots per game, one of the lower marks in the league, but goaltending has been inconsistent. Adin Schmid has a 2.59 GAA with a .893 save percentage, while other options have struggled with save rates below .870.
Injuries:
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William Karlsson, lower body, out.
Jonas Rondbjerg, lower body, out.
Oilers Riding Momentum Into Key Division Matchup
The Edmonton Oilers come into this game with a 39-28-9 record and are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, winning five straight games. In their most recent outing, Edmonton continued that streak with another win, building on a 7-2-1 record over the last ten games. The Oilers are also 14-5-3 in division play and have already beaten Vegas three times this season.
The Edmonton Oilers are averaging 3.47 goals per game while allowing 3.28, and the offense continues to run through Connor McDavid, who has 126 points with 43 goals and 83 assists. Over the last ten games, Matthew Savoie has contributed with five goals and two assists, adding scoring behind McDavid. The power play is a major factor, converting at 30.1 percent, which is significantly higher than Vegas at 24.2 percent. Edmonton also averages 29.8 shots per game, slightly higher than Vegas, and has generated consistent pressure in recent games. In net, Calvin Ingram has been the most reliable option with a 2.69 GAA and .898 save percentage, while Tristan Jarry has struggled more with a 3.26 GAA.
Injuries:
Leon Draisaitl, lower body, out.
Colton Dach, undisclosed, out.
Zach Hyman, undisclosed, day to day.
Mattias Janmark, undisclosed, out.
Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Picks Pick
Spread Pick for Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Picks
- Edmonton Oilers (5 units)
The case for this play centers on current form and head-to-head results. Edmonton has won five straight games and holds a 7-2-1 record over the last ten, while Vegas has been inconsistent at 4-4-2 over the same span. The Oilers have also won all three meetings this season, including a recent overtime win. Edmonton’s power play at 30.1 percent is a clear edge against a Vegas penalty kill at 81.6 percent, and the Oilers are generating more offense overall at 3.47 goals per game. Vegas relies heavily on reaching three goals to win, and Edmonton has allowed just 2.3 goals per game over the last ten. With stronger recent defensive results and a clear advantage in special teams, Edmonton has the better setup in this matchup.
Over/Under Pick for Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Picks
- Over ( units)
Both teams bring scoring trends that point toward a higher total. Edmonton averages 3.47 goals per game and has produced consistent offense during its five-game winning streak, while Vegas is coming off a six-goal performance and averages 3.17 goals per game. The last meeting between these teams ended 4-3, and three of the four games in this series have reached at least seven total goals. Edmonton’s goaltending has allowed 3.28 goals per game this season, and Vegas has multiple goalies with save percentages below .900 outside of Schmid. With both teams generating close to 30 shots per game and strong power play numbers on Edmonton’s side, this matchup sets up for another game that clears the total.
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