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Kraken vs. Golden Knights prediction: Vegas favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Vegas Golden Knights will face the Seattle Kraken in NHL action at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Golden Knights as the most likely winner of the Kraken vs. Golden Knights game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Golden Knights prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Kraken and Golden Knights 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Golden Knights a 61% chance of defeating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Kraken vs. Golden Knights odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Golden Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-148) | -1.5 (+136) |
| Moneyline | +155 | -184 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Golden Knights 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -148 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +155 |
| Total | Over 6 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken +1.5 at the spread.
Kraken vs. Golden Knights player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Golden Knights?
According to our model, Pavel Dorofeyev is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Golden Knights.
Our projections give Dorofeyev a 38.1% chance of scoring a goal at T-Mobile Arena, while the star is an 8.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 24.8% |
| Jordan Eberle | 24.5% |
| Matty Beniers | 22.5% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 21.0% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 20.6% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 38.1% |
| Jack Eichel | 37.3% |
| Tomas Hertl | 34.7% |
| Mark Stone | 32.5% |
| Mitch Marner | 28.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 4.4% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.4% |
| Jordan Eberle | 4.3% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 3.8% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 3.7% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 8.0% |
| Jack Eichel | 7.2% |
| Tomas Hertl | 6.9% |
| Mark Stone | 6.0% |
| Mitch Marner | 5.8% |
Kraken vs. Golden Knights game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Golden Knights and Kraken at T-Mobile Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Vegas Golden Knights
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Golden Knights, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Golden Knights 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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