{"id":476030,"date":"2025-10-14T08:44:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T12:44:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=476030"},"modified":"2025-10-14T08:44:53","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T12:44:53","slug":"nhl-predictions-oct-14-edmonton-oilers-vs-new-york-rangers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/14\/nhl-predictions-oct-14-edmonton-oilers-vs-new-york-rangers\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Predictions: Oct. 14 Edmonton Oilers vs New York Rangers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0<em>Last Word on Hockey<\/em>\u00a0look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/09\/veteran-forward-signs-new-contract-edmonton-oilers\/\" target=\"_self\">Edmonton Oilers\u00a0<\/a>taking on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/13\/nhl-rumours-new-york-rangers-free-agent-plans\/\" target=\"_self\">New York Rangers.<\/a>\u00a0Don\u2019t forget to check out more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/13\/nhl-predictions-canucks-blues-monday-night-hockey\/\" target=\"_self\">NHL Predictions,<\/a>\u00a0as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.<\/p>\n<h2>NHL Predictions<\/h2>\n<h3>Nashville Predators vs Toronto Maple Leafs<\/h3>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Predators 1-1 Maple Leafs<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/full-guide-for-how-to-stream-and-watch-nhl-hockey-games\/\" target=\"_self\">How to Watch<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>ESPN+; Fan Duel Spots South<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV:<\/strong> TSN4<\/p>\n<p>We open up NHL predictions with the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/13\/nhl-predictions-senators-edition-on-canadian-thanksgiving-ottawa-vs-nashville-predators\/\" target=\"_self\">Nashville Predators<\/a> taking on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/13\/monday-night-hockey-detroit-red-wings-vs-toronto-maple-leafs-10-13-25\/\" target=\"_self\">Toronto Maple Leafs.<\/a> Nashville is expected to give <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/a\/annunju01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Justus Annunen<\/a> his first of the season. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Predators are coming off a 4-1 victory over the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/11\/nhl-predictions-october-11th-2025-26-ottawa-senators-florida-panthers\/\" target=\"_self\">Ottawa Senators<\/a> on Canadian Thanksgiving. Jonathan\u00a0<span class=\"ScoringCard__scoringPlayer--3TVR_\">Marchessault scored twice in the Predators&#8217; best win of the season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Toronto is expected to give <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/primeca01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cayden Primeau<\/a> his team debut in between the pipes. The Maple Leafs are coming off their second consecutive loss to the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/09\/10\/puck-drop-preview-2025-26-detroit-red-wings\/\" target=\"_self\">Detroit Red Wings<\/a> on Monday. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kniesma01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Matthew Knies<\/a> had a hand in both goals for the Maple Leafs. However, Toronto is trying to figure things out after such a good start.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;ll be hard to gauge how the backups look in their season debuts. Both teams are also coming a game the day before. Toronto should register the win and get back on track.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Maple Leafs win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Capitals 3-0 Rangers<\/h4>\n<h3>Edmonton Oilers vs New York Rangers<\/h3>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Oilers 2-0 Rangers<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong>\u00a07 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/p>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>ESPN+; MSG<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV:<\/strong> SN West<\/p>\n<p>Our featured game of NHL predictions has the Oilers visiting Madison Square Garden to battle the Rangers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/skinnst01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stuart Skinner<\/a> is expected to get the start after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/pickaca01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calvin Pickard<\/a> got the call against the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/13\/nhl-predictions-canucks-blues-monday-night-hockey\/\" target=\"_self\">Vancouver Canucks<\/a> on Saturday night. Edmonton got goals from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/philpno01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Noah Philp<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/d\/draisle01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Leon Draisaitl<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/mangian01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Andrew Mangiapane<\/a> in the win. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/mcdavco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connor McDavid<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/n\/nugenry01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ryan Nugent-Hopkins<\/a>, and Draisaitl each have three points to lead the team.<\/p>\n<p>New York is expected to go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/shestig01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Igor Shesterkin<\/a>, who is off to a fantastic starter. The Russian netminder is 2-1 with 0.67 goals-against-average and a shutout. New York is coming off a 1-0 loss to the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/01\/puck-drop-preview-2025-26-washington-capitals\/\" target=\"_self\">Washington Capitals<\/a> on Sunday night. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/f\/foxad01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adam Fox<\/a> leads the team in goals (3) and points (4) for the Blueshirts this season.<\/p>\n<p>Shesterkin is playing well, but has to deal with a very prolific Edmonton offence. However, New York should finally get its first home win of the season.<\/p>\n<p>Predictions: Rangers win 3-2.<\/p>\n<h3>Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars<\/h3>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Wild 2-2 Stars<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)<\/p>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>ESPN<\/p>\n<p>Our last game of NHL predictions has the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/09\/nhl-predictions-oct-9-dallas-stars-vs-winnipeg-jets\/\" target=\"_self\">Dallas Stars<\/a> hosting the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/09\/nhl-predictions-october-9-st-louis-blues-vs-minnesota-wild\/\" target=\"_self\">Minnesota Wild.<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/g\/gustafi01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Filip Gustavsson<\/a> is the projected starter with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/w\/wallsje01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jesper Wallstedt<\/a> starting the night before against the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/09\/18\/los-angeles-kings-stalwart-decides-his-future\/\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Kings.<\/a> Coming into Monday&#8217;s action, Both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kapriki01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kirill Kaprizov<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/boldyma01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Matt Boldy<\/a> are off to a great start this season. The pair each has two goals and four assists for six points.<\/p>\n<p>Dallas is expected to go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/o\/oettija01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Oettinger<\/a> in between the pipes. The Stars are off to a 2-0 start and look like one of the top teams early in the season. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/r\/rantami01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mikko Rantanen<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/h\/harleth01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thomas Harley<\/a> each lead the team with four points. Each player has collected a goal and three assists so far this campaign. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/r\/roberja01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jason Robertson<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/j\/johnswy01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wyatt Johnston<\/a> each have notched two goals so far.<\/p>\n<p>Dallas will be rested and Minnesota will have to travel after an 8 p.m. Eastern Time start time. The Stars should maintain their perfect start.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Stars win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Prop Bets of the Night<\/h3>\n<p>We round out NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. Let&#8217;s go back to our featured matchup for some of our preferred props. <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nhl\/game\/_\/gameId\/401802402\/oilers-rangers\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The over\/under<\/a> for the Oilers versus Rangers matchup is 5.5 and we like the under in this one. New York getting +110 on the money line is also worth a look.<\/p>\n<p>As for individual props, go with Draisaitl to notch a power-play point for Edmonton. On the New York end of things, take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/panarar01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-10-13_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Artemi Panarin<\/a> to get the over on 0.5 assists.<\/p>\n<p><em>Main photo by: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content content-styled max-w-none\">\n<div class=\"entry-content content-styled max-w-none\">\n<p><em><strong>Please play responsibly, check for your local rules and age restrictions; some jurisdictions require ages 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0Last Word on Hockey\u00a0look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the\u00a0Edmonton Oilers\u00a0taking on the\u00a0New York Rangers.\u00a0Don\u2019t [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2352,"featured_media":435557,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[23,4547,14,34,4548,4524],"tags":[6124,6017,6012,6011,6122,6062],"class_list":["post-476030","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-oilers","category-hockey","category-rangers","category-news","category-nhl","category-nhl-predictions","tag-dallas-stars-predictions","tag-edmonton-oilers-predictions","tag-minnesota-wild-predictions","tag-nashville-predators-predictions","tag-new-york-rangers-predictions","tag-toronto-maple-leafs-predictions"],"modified_by":"Dan Mount, Editor","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/476030","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2352"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=476030"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/476030\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":476037,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/476030\/revisions\/476037"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435557"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=476030"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=476030"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=476030"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}