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Kings vs. Oilers prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/10/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Edmonton Oilers will square off with the Los Angeles Kings in NHL action at Rogers Place on Saturday, commencing at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Kings vs. Oilers game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Oilers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Kings and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Oilers a 58% chance of defeating the Kings.
According to our model, the Kings (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
Kings vs. Oilers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+140) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -178 |
| Total | o6.5 (+100) | u6.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Oilers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Kings +1.5 | -160 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +150 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -118 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Kings +1.5 at the spread.
Kings vs. Oilers player props
Who will score a goal in Kings vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Connor McDavid is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Oilers.
Our projections give McDavid a 41.3% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Place, while the star is an 8.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 35.4% |
| Kevin Fiala | 31.9% |
| Alex Laferriere | 29.7% |
| Quinton Byfield | 27.0% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 25.5% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 41.3% |
| Leon Draisaitl | 41.1% |
| Zach Hyman | 36.1% |
| Jack Roslovic | 23.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 23.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 7.2% |
| Kevin Fiala | 6.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.7% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.5% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 4.7% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 8.6% |
| Zach Hyman | 7.4% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.3% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.0% |
Kings vs. Oilers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Oilers and Kings at Rogers Place is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Oilers 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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