We like the Vegas Golden Knights to defeat the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday for a number of reasons. Here are some of the more important ones:

As of right now, the Golden Knights lead the Pacific Division with an 8-3-1 record on the season. Edmonton is down in 5th at 6-6-1.

With no Connor McDavid for a couple of weeks, Edmonton doesn't have the same attacking options. They need to reshuffle and rethink some things.

The Oilers got shut out last game. They couldn't figure out the Devils at all. They've now lost two of their last three at home.

Vegas has been known to be more of a team that wins at home. But, they still are a top team in the NHL that should be able to win anywhere.

The Golden Knights have won seven of their L8 against Western Conference opponents.

Edmonton are just 2-3 in their last five meetings with the VGK as well.

With Vegas having two extra days of rest compared to the Oilers to prepare, they're our Pacific Division NHL Game Of The Year on Wednesday.

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