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Kings vs. Jets prediction: Why Los Angeles is favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [1/9/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Los Angeles Kings vs Winnipeg Jets predictions for NHL Friday.
The Winnipeg Jets will take on the Los Angeles Kings, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Canada Life Centre on Friday, beginning at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Kings a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Jets.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's Kings vs. Jets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Jets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL game between the Kings and Jets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Kings a 52% chance of defeating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Kings vs. Jets odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+194) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -134 | +115 |
| Total | o5.5 (+100) | u5.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Jets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | +115 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Kings vs. Jets player props
Who will score a goal in Kings vs. Jets?
According to our model, Kyle Connor is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Jets.
Our projections give Connor a 37.6% chance of scoring a goal at Canada Life Centre, while the star is an 8.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 35.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 35.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 29.0% |
| Alex Laferriere | 28.3% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 27.1% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 37.6% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 33.1% |
| Mark Scheifele | 32.6% |
| Cole Perfetti | 18.6% |
| Jonathan Toews | 17.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 8.1% |
| Kevin Fiala | 7.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.1% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.5% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.0% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 8.3% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 7.2% |
| Mark Scheifele | 6.6% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.2% |
| Cole Perfetti | 3.2% |
Kings vs. Jets game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Jets and Kings at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Canada Life Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Jets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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