The Edmonton Oilers (29-16-1) aim to win their third consecutive encounter over the Anaheim Ducks (18-30-2) this season on Friday, February 9, at 10:30 PM ET at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The Oilers are favorites to find success in this battle, coming in with a puck line at -1.5 (-110).

The Oilers finally had their impressive 17-game win streak snapped in their most recent battle. This was a 3-1 defeat at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights. Are they able to bounce back and start another win streak?

With quality offensive players on their roster, they should have no problems. They are currently led by Connor McDavid who has 68 points and 47 assists, while Zach Hyman has 30 goals.

The Oilers maintain an average of 3.46 goals and 33.7 shots per game, boasting a 27.0 power play percentage with 38 goals scored and 26 conceded. To gain an edge over the Ducks, they should strategically exploit power play opportunities.

On the defensive front, they allow an average of 2.76 goals against and face 28.0 shot attempts per game. Despite this, their robust penalty kill percentage of 83.2 provides a solid defensive barrier against the Ducks.

Despite their losing record, the Ducks have gone 3-2 in their last five games and are currently on a two-game winning streak. This recent win was a 3-2 overtime triumph over the San Jose Sharks.

They have some positives from their players despite a weak offense. Frank Vatrano leads with 22 goals, while Troy Terry leads with 37 points and 22 assists. In order for them to have a chance at victory, they will need to be aggressive to start.

The Ducks achieve an average of 2.56 goals and make 28.7 shots per game. In power plays, they have scored 28 goals and allowed 45, yielding a solid power play percentage of 17.9.

On the defensive end, they permit 3.40 goals and confront 32.7 shots per game. Their penalty-kill percentage is 77.9, a bit lower than the Oilers', which may influence the upcoming game.

Bookmaker has the NHL betting odds for this upcoming battle, with the Edmonton Oilers as 1.5-puck line favorites to win. The Oilers have defeated the Ducks twice so far, which have been blowouts each time. In total, the Oilers have scored 15 goals and have allowed just four from the Ducks with both games combined.

The Ducks do not have the worst offense in the league, but they will likely struggle to keep up with the Oilers. Look for the Oilers to get back on track and win by at least two goals.