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Islanders vs. Jets prediction: Why Winnipeg is favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [1/13/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NY Islanders vs Winnipeg Jets predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Winnipeg Jets and NY Islanders will meet in the NHL at Canada Life Centre on Tuesday, with puck drop at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Jets as the most likely winner of the Islanders vs. Jets game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Isles vs. Jets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Islanders and Jets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Jets a 55% chance of defeating the Islanders.
According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Islanders vs. Jets odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Islanders | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-225) | -1.5 (+190) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -130 |
| Total | o5.5 (-105) | u5.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Islanders 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 | +190 |
| Moneyline | Jets | -130 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -105 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Islanders vs. Jets player props
Who will score a goal in Islanders vs. Jets?
According to our model, Kyle Connor is most likely to score an anytime goal in Islanders vs. Jets.
Our projections give Connor a 38.0% 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
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Simon Holmstrom | 26.5% |
| Mathew Barzal | 25.1% |
| Anders Lee | 23.9% |
| Calum Ritchie | 19.3% |
| Max Shabanov | 19.2% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 38.0% |
| Mark Scheifele | 36.9% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 33.7% |
| Cole Perfetti | 21.6% |
| Jonathan Toews | 18.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Simon Holmstrom | 4.8% |
| Mathew Barzal | 4.7% |
| Anders Lee | 4.5% |
| Max Shabanov | 3.9% |
| Emil Heineman | 3.6% |
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Gabriel Vilardi | 7.8% |
| Kyle Connor | 7.5% |
| Mark Scheifele | 7.1% |
| Cole Perfetti | 4.0% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.9% |
Isles vs. Jets game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Jets and Islanders at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: NY Islanders vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Canada Life Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Jets, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Islanders 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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