How to Bet on the Oilers: Puck Line, Totals & Props
A beginner’s guide to Oilers betting: markets, payouts and how to keep it responsible.
By Daryl Ferbush · Updated Fri, Nov 13How to bet on the Oilers, step by step
New to hockey betting? This guide shows how to bet on the Oilers in plain language: how to read puck line, totals and props, how to work out what a bet pays and how to keep it fun. Before you place any bet, read the latest Oilers prediction today so you know what the numbers say.
Moneyline, puck line, totals and props
Moneyline
A bet on who wins, overtime and shootout included. At −130 a $50 bet profits about $38.46; at +120 the same $50 profits $60.
Puck line
Hockey’s point spread, usually ±1.5 goals. A favourite at −1.5 must win by two or more, so the price is longer than the moneyline.
Totals
A bet on combined goals being over or under a posted number, often 6.5 in an Oilers game.
Player props
Bets on one player, such as Connor McDavid recording a point or Leon Draisaitl scoring a goal.
Placing your first Oilers bet
- Check that the sportsbook is legal in your province and that you meet the minimum age (18+ or 19+).
- Set a deposit limit before you deposit.
- Compare the price at two or three sportsbooks.
- Decide your stake first, and never chase a loss.
Betting on the Oilers FAQ
How do I bet on the Oilers?
Pick a sportsbook that is legal where you live, open an account, deposit, choose the Oilers game and a market (moneyline, puck line or total), enter your stake and confirm the bet.
What is the safest Oilers bet?
No bet is safe. A heavy favourite on the moneyline wins more often but pays little, while longer prices win less often. Bet only what you can afford to lose.
Betting should be fun, never a way to make money or fix a problem. Set deposit limits, never chase losses and take breaks. If gambling stops being fun, free help is available in Canada: ConnexOntario, Gambling Support BC and Jeu : aide et référence (Québec).