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Panthers vs. Oilers prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/19/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Florida Panthers vs Edmonton Oilers predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Edmonton Oilers will square off with the Florida Panthers in NHL action at Rogers Place on Thursday, commencing at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Panthers vs. Oilers game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Panthers vs. Oilers prediction: Who will win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Panthers and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Oilers a 58% chance of defeating the Panthers.
According to our model, the 6.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Panthers vs. Oilers odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +136 | -160 |
| Total | o6.5 (-118) | u6.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Oilers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Panthers | +136 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Panthers vs. Oilers player props
Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Connor McDavid is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Oilers.
Our projections give McDavid a 41.3% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Place, while the star is an 8.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk | 37.1% |
| Sam Bennett | 34.6% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 27.8% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 21.8% |
| Anton Lundell | 21.0% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 41.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 40.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 26.5% |
| Jack Roslovic | 23.9% |
| Evan Bouchard | 23.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk | 7.2% |
| Sam Bennett | 6.2% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 4.7% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 3.7% |
| Mackie Samoskevich | 3.7% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 8.0% |
| Zach Hyman | 7.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.1% |
| Evan Bouchard | 4.0% |
| Jack Roslovic | 3.8% |
Panthers vs. Oilers game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Oilers and Panthers at Rogers Place is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Oilers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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