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Red Wings vs. Jets prediction: Why Winnipeg is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/24/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Winnipeg Jets predictions for NHL Saturday.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 7:00 PM ET as the Detroit Red Wings take on the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Jets as the most likely winner of the Red Wings vs. Jets game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Jets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Red Wings and Jets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Jets a 55% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of going over.
Red Wings vs. Jets odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+195) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -120 |
| Total | o5.5 (-130) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Jets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Jets -1.5 | +195 |
| Moneyline | Jets | -120 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -130 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets to win.
Red Wings vs. Jets player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Jets?
According to our model, Mark Scheifele is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Jets.
Our projections give Scheifele a 37.0% chance of scoring a goal at Canada Life Centre, while the star is a 7.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 34.1% |
| Dylan Larkin | 28.7% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 26.4% |
| Lucas Raymond | 25.6% |
| Patrick Kane | 21.1% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mark Scheifele | 37.0% |
| Kyle Connor | 35.9% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 31.6% |
| Cole Perfetti | 22.2% |
| Jonathan Toews | 21.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.7% |
| Dylan Larkin | 5.7% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 5.0% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.7% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.5% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mark Scheifele | 7.5% |
| Kyle Connor | 7.4% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 6.6% |
| Cole Perfetti | 4.3% |
| Jonathan Toews | 4.0% |
Red Wings vs. Jets game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Jets and Red Wings at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Canada Life Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Jets, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings vs. Jets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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