Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups.

One could efficiently argue that Kucherov is more valuable to his team than just about anyone else, as illustrated by NHL Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski in his latest Bubble Watch piece. "With 83 points in 53 games this season,

The Oilers have struggled with goaltending all season, but Stuart Skinner has shown flashes. He recorded a rock-solid .918 SV% and 2.29 GAA during the highlighted Edmonton heater. I anticipate him rebounding from a tough return to action and doing his part to help this Under.