Edmonton Oilers at Detroit Red Wings Picks and Predictions for Sunday, October 19, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 10/19/2025, 12:00 AM ET

The Edmonton Oilers visit the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Edmonton, third in the Pacific Division at 2-1-1, will play the second half of a back-to-back after facing the New Jersey Devils on Saturday. Detroit, second in the Atlantic Division at 4-1-0, comes off a 2–1 overtime win against Tampa Bay on Friday. Hit a slap shot and score with our free NHL picks.

Edmonton Oilers Preview

The Oilers split their two previous road games in New York, beating the Rangers 2–0 and falling to the Islanders 4–2. Connor McDavid leads the team with five assists, and Leon Draisaitl has scored three goals, including two on the power play. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Andrew Mangiapane have each added two goals, giving Edmonton steady scoring behind its two stars. The Oilers are averaging 31.8 shots per game and converting 23.1% on the power play, while killing penalties at an 85.7% rate.

In goal, Stuart Skinner owns a 1.97 goals-against average and a .921 save percentage through three games. Calvin Pickard has been strong as well, allowing just one goal on 30 shots in his lone start. Edmonton allows only 23 shots per game, one of the lowest marks in the league, and will count on disciplined play in front of its net to stay fresh on short rest.

Detroit Red Wings Preview

Detroit has won four straight since dropping its opener to Montreal, with wins over Toronto, Florida, and Tampa Bay. Dylan Larkin leads the team with seven points (three goals, four assists) and a plus-six rating. Alex DeBrincat has six assists, and Patrick Kane has chipped in two goals and three assists. The Red Wings average 3.5 goals per game and have converted 26.7% of their power-play chances while holding opponents scoreless 88.9% of the time when short-handed.

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Cam Talbot has anchored the net with a 3-0-0 record, a 1.78 goals-against average, and a .932 save percentage. Detroit plays sound defensively, limiting opponents to 25 shots per game, and has looked comfortable at home with three wins in four games. Lucas Raymond will miss this matchup, but the Red Wings have plenty of depth on attack.

Edmonton Oilers at Detroit Red Wings Prediction

Both teams have started strong, but Detroit’s goaltending gives it a small advantage. Cam Talbot has been steady with a 1.78 goals-against average and a .932 save percentage, while Edmonton’s Stuart Skinner has also been sharp with a 1.97 GAA and .921 SV%. The difference could come from offense, as the Red Wings are averaging a goal more per game and have been effective on the power play. Edmonton’s stars can keep this close, but Detroit’s scoring and home form make the Red Wings the better pick. Final Score Prediction: Detroit Red Wings win 3-2.