Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Predictions for Wednesday April 22 2026
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The Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers continue their Western Conference First Round playoff series on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET, and the game will be available on TBS and HBO Max. Edmonton comes into this contest with a 1-0 series lead after taking the opener, while Anaheim looks to respond and even things up before the series moves along. The Oilers are listed at -198 on the moneyline, while the Ducks come back at +164, and the total for the game is set at 6.5 goals. Get in touch with all the NHL games with our Free NHL picks.
Previous Game Recap
Edmonton opened the series with a 4-3 win over Anaheim in Game 1. The Oilers controlled the first period with two goals to take an early lead, but the Ducks answered in the second by scoring three times to briefly swing the game in their favor. Edmonton regrouped in the third period and added two more goals, which was enough to finish off the comeback and secure the opening result. It was a game with momentum swings throughout, but the Oilers made the final push when it mattered most.
Anaheim had some strong individual performances despite ending up on the wrong side of the scoreline. Troy Terry was the clear offensive leader, scoring twice and adding an assist in a productive night that kept the Ducks right in the game. Leo Carlsson also made a major impact with a goal and an assist, while Mikael Granlund, Chris Kreider, John Carlson, and Jackson LaCombe each contributed an assist. Lukas Dostal faced 34 shots and made 30 saves, giving Anaheim a chance even as Edmonton kept the pressure on.
Edmonton answered with balanced production and timely finishing. Jason Dickinson and Kasperi Kapanen each scored twice, combining for all four Oilers goals. Leon Draisaitl was central to the offense with two assists, while Vasily Podkolzin also added two assists. Jake Walman chipped in with two helpers from the back end, and Mattias Ekholm and Ty Emberson each recorded an assist as well. Connor Ingram finished with 25 saves on 28 shots to help Edmonton close out the opener. 
Ducks Trying to Answer After Narrow Opening Loss
Anaheim enters Game 2 with a 43-33-6 overall record and a 19-20-2 record on the road. Over the last five games, the Ducks have recently lost to Edmonton, recently won over Nashville, recently lost to Minnesota, recently lost to Vancouver in overtime, and recently won over San Jose. That stretch has been uneven, and the 4-3 loss in the previous playoff game put Anaheim behind in the series despite being close to stealing the opener.
The team numbers show a Ducks club that can generate offense, averaging 3.23 goals per game while putting 30.8 shots on net per contest. Anaheim allows 3.51 goals against per game and 28.4 shots against, which points to a team that has had to manage more defensive pressure over the course of the season. On special teams, the Ducks have scored 49 power-play goals at an 18.6 percent rate, while allowing 61 power-play goals with a penalty kill rate of 76.4 percent. Anaheim has also produced eight shorthanded goals.
The biggest concern for Anaheim in this matchup is the defensive side. The Ducks are allowing 3.51 goals per game, which is the higher mark between these two teams, and their penalty kill percentage of 76.4 also trails Edmonton’s. Anaheim can create chances with its shot volume, but keeping the Oilers from cashing in consistently is the challenge that stands out most going into Game 2.
Oilers Back Home Looking to Build on the Fast Start
Edmonton comes into this game with a 41-30-11 overall record and a 22-14-5 mark at home. In the last five games, the Oilers have recently won over Anaheim, recently won over Vancouver, recently lost to Colorado in a shootout, recently lost to Los Angeles, and recently won over San Jose. That gives Edmonton three wins in its last five contests, and the Oilers now carry the momentum of the 4-3 win in the previous playoff game into another home matchup.
The Oilers’ season stats reflect a team with strong offensive upside. Edmonton averages 3.44 goals per game and allows 3.23 goals against per game. The Oilers generate 29.7 shots per game while allowing 26.7, showing a positive gap in shot volume. Their power play has been especially dangerous, producing 68 goals with a 30.6 percent conversion rate. On the penalty kill, Edmonton has allowed 49 power-play goals and posted a 77.8 percent kill rate, while also scoring six shorthanded goals.
The clearest strength for Edmonton is the power play. A 30.6 percent power-play rate is the best standout number in this matchup, and it pairs with an offense that scores 3.44 goals per game. Anaheim’s penalty kill sits at 76.4 percent, so that special teams difference could become a major factor again if Edmonton continues creating chances with the extra skater.
Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Prediction
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bruce Marshall | +6,749.00 |
| 2 |  Bryan Power | +5,537.00 |
| 3 |  Tony Karpinski | +4,340.00 |
| 4 |  Pro Sports Picks | +3,905.00 |
| 5 |  The Gold Sheet | +2,237.00 |
Moneyline Pick
- Edmonton Oilers -198
Edmonton has the edge heading into Game 2 based on the numbers provided. The Oilers already took the first game of the series, they are back at home where they hold a 22-14-5 record, and they bring the stronger offensive profile into the matchup at 3.44 goals per game. Their power play has also been significantly sharper than Anaheim’s, and that could be a deciding factor against a Ducks penalty kill that has allowed 61 power-play goals. Anaheim kept Game 1 close, but Edmonton still looks like the stronger side.
Total Pick (Over/Under)
- Over 6.5
The opener finished with seven total goals, and both teams bring season-long scoring numbers that support another game with offense. Anaheim averages 3.23 goals per game and Edmonton averages 3.44, while both clubs also allow more than three goals against per contest. With the Ducks taking 30.8 shots per game and the Oilers nearly at 29.7, there is enough shot creation here to support another game that pushes past this number.
Final Score Prediction: Edmonton Oilers 4 – Anaheim Ducks 3
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