Edmonton Oilers are favored to win against Los Angeles Kings with their superior regular season performance, holding 28-19-8 record compared to the Kings' 22-17-13 record as of late January 2026. The Oilers sit in second place in the Pacific Division with 64 points, four points ahead of Los Angeles, and Connor McDavid leads the NHL with 92 points in 54 games with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts at 3:30 AM UTC on February 27, 2026, which corresponds to 7:30 PM PST on February 26, 2026 in Los Angeles local time, as the Oilers conclude their back-to-back road trip through California.

The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, home of the Kings. This venue has a capacity of 19,282 seats and serves as the primary home for the franchise in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.

Edmonton Oilers are predicted to secure victory in this matchup as they maintain stronger offensive firepower with McDavid's league-leading 92 points and superior team depth. The Oilers have won four consecutive first-round playoff matchups against Los Angeles historically, though the Kings acquired Artemi Panarin before the Olympic break to bolster their offensive capabilities for the playoff push.

In their recent head-to-head history, Edmonton Oilers hold a dominant record against Los Angeles Kings with four consecutive playoff series victories in the first round. The Oilers' consistent performance against the Kings, combined with their current divisional standing and McDavid's exceptional form, positions them as the stronger team heading into this critical late-season matchup.