Last Updated on February 19, 2011 4:30 pm by drew
Saturday’s NHL Prediction
EDMONTON, AL (TheSpread) – The Edmonton Oilers hope to start their season turnaround on Saturday when they play host to the Atlanta Thrashers. Here is a breakdown of my pick for this game.
Edmonton is 18-32-8 on the season and 9-17-4 at home. The Oilers have scored 145 goals and allowed 195. They have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
Atlanta is 25-24-10 on the year and 12-12-5 on the road. The Thrashers have scored 170 goals and allowed 192. Atlanta has lost 8 of its last 10 games.
Oddsmakers from online sportsbook Sportsbook.com have given Atlanta and Edmonton betting odds of -104 for today’s game. The over/under for goals scored has been set at 5.5. Here is a look at the trends and my pick for tonight’s game.
Atlanta Thrashers vs. Edmonton Oilers, 3:30PM ET (View Matchup)
Atlanta is 7-0 in their last 7 road games as an even or favorite. Edmonton is just 1-7 in their last 8 games following a win. My pick goes with Atlanta in this one as Edmonton might be the worst team in the league and the Thrashers are still contending for a playoff spot.
NHL FREE PICK: ATLANTA THRASHERS -104
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