The Edmonton Oilers (5-1) face off against the Utah Mammoth (6-2) on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Both teams have strong records, but the odds suggest the Mammoth hold a slight edge at home.
Looking at the moneyline, Utah is favored at -142. This means you'd need to bet $142 to win $100 on the Mammoth outright. Edmonton is the underdog at +120, so a $100 bet would win you $120 if they pull off the upset. The home team’s advantage is clear here.
The spread tells a similar story. The Oilers are +1.5 underdogs at -218. Betting on Edmonton to lose by less than two goals or win outright requires a sizable wager due to the negative odds, indicating the line favors Utah strongly. On the flip side, Mammoth at -1.5 is priced at +180, meaning a $100 bet wins $180 if Utah wins by two or more goals. The spread reflects expectations of a close but potentially decisive Mammoth win.
The total is set at 6.5 goals, with the over slightly favored at -122. This suggests the sportsbooks expect a moderately high-scoring game. Betting the over means wagering that combined goals will be seven or more, while the under pays a bit more, indicating less confidence in a low-scoring affair.
In summary, Utah is the favorite in this matchup, but Edmonton’s solid record and the spread’s pricing suggest they’re not to be overlooked. The game looks poised for some scoring action, so consider that if you lean toward the total.