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Predators vs. Jets prediction: Why Winnipeg is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [10/18/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Nashville Predators vs Winnipeg Jets predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Winnipeg Jets will face the Nashville Predators in NHL action at Canada Life Centre on Saturday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Jets as the most likely winner of today's game.
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Predators vs. Jets predictions page.
Predators vs. Jets prediction: Who will win, cover the puck line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Predators and Jets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Jets a 62% chance of defeating the Predators.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Predators vs. Jets odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Predators | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+140) |
| Moneyline | +158 | -185 |
| Total | o5.5 (-106) | u5.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Predators vs. Jets picks and best bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Predators vs. Jets matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Predators vs. Jets player props
Who will score the first goal in Predators vs. Jets?
According to our model, Winnipeg's Kyle Connor is most likely to score the first goal in Predators vs. Jets.
Our projections give Connor a 9.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Canada Life Centre, while the Jets star is a 43.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 7.0% |
| Steven Stamkos | 5.8% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.7% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 9.5% |
| Mark Scheifele | 8.5% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 6.8% |
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 34.5% |
| Steven Stamkos | 29.4% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 23.6% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 43.5% |
| Mark Scheifele | 40.3% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 33.2% |
Predators vs. Jets game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Jets and Predators at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Nashville Predators vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Canada Life Centre
Dimers' full preview of Saturday's Predators vs. Jets matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Jets, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Saturday.
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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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