Oilers vs. Ducks prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [10/7/2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Ducks, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Oilers a 53.4% chance of beating the Ducks. According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 67.3% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52.3% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Oilers -1.5 (+180) / Ducks +1.5 (-208)
• Moneyline: Oilers -132, Ducks +115
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-135/+120)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Ducks +1.5 @ -208 via ESPN BET
• Moneyline: Ducks @ +115 via BetMGM
• Total: Under 6.5 @ +120 via bet365

According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Oilers vs. Ducks player props

Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Ducks?

According to our model, Tristan Luneau is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Ducks.

Our projections give Luneau a 48.6% chance of scoring a goal at Honda Center, while the star is a 10.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Edmonton Oilers

• Leon Draisaitl: 45.7% probability
• Connor McDavid: 44.6% probability
• Evan Bouchard: 26.8% probability
• Vasily Podkolzin: 24.8% probability
• Owen Michaels: 22.8% probability

Anaheim Ducks

• Tristan Luneau: 48.6% probability
• Cutter Gauthier: 40.0% probability
• Leo Carlsson: 30.0% probability
• Beckett Sennecke: 26.4% probability
• Mikael Granlund: 24.4% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Edmonton Oilers

• Leon Draisaitl: 9.8% probability
• Connor McDavid: 8.8% probability
• Vasily Podkolzin: 4.4% probability
• Evan Bouchard: 4.4% probability
• Owen Michaels: 3.8% probability

Anaheim Ducks

• Tristan Luneau: 10.2% probability
• Cutter Gauthier: 7.4% probability
• Leo Carlsson: 5.5% probability
• Beckett Sennecke: 4.6% probability
• Mikael Granlund: 4.3% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Wednesday's matchup between the Ducks and Oilers at Honda Center is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.

• Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks
• Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
• Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
• Venue: Honda Center

Conclusion

We predict the Oilers, with a 53.4% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks in Wednesday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.