Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings Picks and Predictions for Thursday February 26 2026
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The Edmonton Oilers head to Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, February 26, 2026, to take on the Los Angeles Kings. Puck drop is set for 10:30 PM ET, and the game will be nationally televised on ESPN. This Pacific Division matchup features an Oilers team trying to regain momentum and a Kings squad looking to improve a disappointing home record. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free NHL picks for today’s action.
Oilers Lean on Elite Power Play
Edmonton enters this contest at 28-22-8 overall and 13-12-4 on the road. The Oilers have dropped three straight games, recently losing to Calgary 4-3, Toronto 5-2, and Minnesota 7-3. Prior to that skid, they secured wins over San Jose 4-3 in overtime and Anaheim 7-4. While their offense remains explosive, defensive lapses have cost them in recent outings.
On the season, Edmonton is averaging 3.41 goals per game while allowing 3.29 goals against per contest. They generate 30.0 shots per game and allow 27.1, showing a positive shot differential. The Oilers’ power play has been one of the league’s best, producing 50 goals at an impressive 31.4% success rate. However, their penalty kill sits at 76.9%, and they have allowed 37 power play goals against. Edmonton has not allowed a short-handed goal this season, demonstrating careful puck management when on the man advantage.
The key for the Oilers is discipline. If they can limit time spent shorthanded and capitalize on their own power play chances, they have the firepower to overwhelm opponents quickly.
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Kings Searching for Home Success
Los Angeles comes into this matchup at 23-19-14 overall and just 8-11-7 at home. The Kings have struggled recently, losing to Vegas 4-1, Seattle 4-2, and Carolina 3-2 in overtime, while earning a 3-2 overtime win over Philadelphia before falling to Buffalo 4-1. That 1-4 stretch highlights inconsistency on both ends of the ice.
The Kings are averaging 2.54 goals per game while allowing 2.77 goals against per contest. They take 27.6 shots per game and allow 27.1, reflecting a balanced but often low-scoring style. Their power play has converted 27 times at a 16.0% rate, and their penalty kill sits at 76.6%. Like Edmonton, they have not allowed a short-handed goal this season.
Los Angeles tends to play tighter games, relying on defensive structure rather than offensive bursts. However, their home record of 8-11-7 is concerning, especially against a team with Edmonton’s scoring ability.
Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings Pick
Oilers vs Kings Pick
- Pick: Edmonton Oilers Moneyline
Despite their recent skid, Edmonton’s offensive edge and elite power play give them the advantage in this matchup. The Kings’ struggles at home make it difficult to back them against a team that can score in bunches.
Oilers vs Kings Total Pick
- Pick: Over 6 Goals
I’m leaning toward the over here. Edmonton has been involved in several high-scoring games recently, allowing at least four goals in three of its last five. With their potent power play and Los Angeles’ defensive inconsistencies, this game has the potential to exceed the six-goal mark.
Final Score Prediction: Oilers 4, Kings 3
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Wednesday.
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