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Oilers vs. Jets prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [12/29/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Edmonton Oilers vs Winnipeg Jets predictions for NHL Monday.
The Winnipeg Jets will face the Edmonton Oilers, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Canada Life Centre on Monday, beginning at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Oilers a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Jets.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's Oilers vs. Jets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Oilers vs. Jets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Jets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Oilers a 52% chance of defeating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Jets odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+195) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -126 | +110 |
| Total | o6.5 (+104) | u6.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Oilers 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 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Jets | +110 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -120 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets to win.
Oilers vs. Jets player props
Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Jets?
According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Jets.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 43.3% chance of scoring a goal at Canada Life Centre, while the star is a 9.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 43.3% |
| Connor McDavid | 40.7% |
| Zach Hyman | 35.6% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 23.8% |
| Jack Roslovic | 22.2% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 39.8% |
| Mark Scheifele | 37.6% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 32.8% |
| Cole Perfetti | 19.6% |
| Josh Morrissey | 17.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 8.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 7.0% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.5% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.0% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 8.4% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 7.0% |
| Mark Scheifele | 7.0% |
| Cole Perfetti | 3.7% |
| Josh Morrissey | 2.8% |
Oilers vs. Jets game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Jets and Oilers at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Canada Life Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Jets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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