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Blues vs. Oilers prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [1/18/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Edmonton Oilers predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Edmonton Oilers and St. Louis Blues will lock horns in the NHL at Rogers Place on Sunday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Oilers game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Oilers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Blues and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Oilers a 59% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
Blues vs. Oilers odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-185) | -1.5 (+155) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -150 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Oilers 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 | Oilers -1.5 | +155 |
| Moneyline | Oilers | -150 |
| Total | Over 6 | -120 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 6 total goals.
Blues vs. Oilers player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Connor McDavid is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Oilers.
Our projections give McDavid a 48.3% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Place, while the star is a 10.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 29.8% |
| Jake Neighbours | 27.3% |
| Brayden Schenn | 21.7% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 21.5% |
| Jonatan Berggren | 21.5% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 48.3% |
| Zach Hyman | 42.1% |
| Jack Roslovic | 27.0% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 26.0% |
| Evan Bouchard | 22.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 6.0% |
| Jake Neighbours | 5.6% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 3.7% |
| Brayden Schenn | 3.5% |
| Jonatan Berggren | 3.5% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 10.1% |
| Zach Hyman | 8.6% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.9% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.8% |
| Evan Bouchard | 4.2% |
Blues vs. Oilers game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Oilers and Blues at Rogers Place is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Oilers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date 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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