Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers: Betting Odds, Lineups, and New Faces

With their trade deadline acquisitions slotting into the lineup, the Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers both have a slightly new look tonight.

It’s the night after the trade deadline and both the Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers have a new look to them. To make their team stronger for the playoff push, the Oilers acquired Mike Green, Andreas Athanasiou, and Tyler Ennis. The Ducks made a few smaller moves to try and fix their power play and scoring issues.

After a hard-fought comeback against the Vegas Golden Knights, the Anaheim Ducks are looking to hopefully best their Pacific Division rivals. However, the Oilers’ recent acquisitions make them look like the better team. It’s going to be an interesting game tonight as the Ducks learn to navigate strange waters with several new players in the lineup.

What You Need to Know Before Puck Drop

Game 63: Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers

Season Record: 24-30-8

Location: Honda Center— Anaheim, California

Time: 7:00 pm PST

TV: Prime Ticket

Radio: AM830

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Anaheim Ducks News: The Anaheim Ducks have traded Ondrej Kase, Nick Ritchie, Derek Grant, Korbinian Holzer, Devin Shore, Daniel Sprong, Angus Redmond, and a 2022 Conditional 7th round pick in exchange for Danton Heinen, Kyle Criscuolo, Matt Irwin, Sonny Milano, Christian Djoos, Joel Persson, a 2020 4th round pick, a 2022 6th round pick, and have picked up Andrew Agozzino off waivers.

Anaheim Ducks Betting Odds & Lines

Anaheim Ducks: +130
Edmonton Oilers: -150

The Edmonton Oilers are the clear favorites for tonight’s matchup against the Anaheim Ducks. The team added Mike Green, Andreas Athanasiou, and Tyler Ennis to their lineup, and with the return of Connor McDavid, they already look like the stronger, more proven team.

The Anaheim Ducks made a few moves themselves during the trade deadline. However, more of their players are unproven. It’s going to be a learning process for all of them over the next few games. Nevertheless, the team could still come out strong with an influx of new players. It’s definetly going to be an interesting game, and it’s one you shouldn’t miss.

Anaheim Ducks Projected Lineup

The Anaheim Ducks projected lineup has been provided by NHL.com and is subject to change:

Sonny Milano-Ryan Getzlaf–Rickard RakellDanton Heinen-Adam Henrique–Kiefer SherwoodMax Jones–Sam Steel–Jakob SilfverbergNicolas Deslauriers-Andrew Agozzino-Carter RowneyHampus Lindholm–Josh MansonJacob Larsson–Michael Del ZottoChristian Djoos-Matt IrwinStarting Goaltender: John GibsonBackup Goaltender: Ryan MillerHealthy Scratches: David Backes, Kyle Criscuolo, Joel PerssonInjured: Cam Fowler (lower body), Erik Gudbranson (upper body)

Edmonton Oilers Projected Lineup

The Edmonton Oilers projected lineup has been provided by NHL.com and is subject to change:

Tyler Ennis-Connor McDavid-Andreas AthanasiouRyan Nugent-Hopkins–Leon Draisaitl–Josh ArchibaldMarkus Granlund–Riley Sheahan–Alex ChiassonJujhar Khaira–Gaetan Haas–Patrick RussellDarnell Nurse–Ethan BearCaleb Jones–Adam LarssonWilliam Lagesson-Mike GreenStarting Goaltender: Mike SmithBackup Goaltender: Mikko KoskinenHealthy Scratch: Matt BenningInjured: Kailer Yamamoto (ankle), Oscar Klefbom (shoulder), Kris Russell (concussion), James Neal (foot), Joakim Nygard (hand)Suspended: Zack Kassian

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