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Jets vs. Red Wings prediction: Detroit favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [12/31/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Winnipeg Jets vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Wednesday.
NHL action continues on Wednesday at 6:30 PM ET as the Winnipeg Jets take on the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Red Wings a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Jets.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's Jets vs. Red Wings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Jets vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL game between the Jets and Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Red Wings a 52% chance of beating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Jets vs. Red Wings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-220) | -1.5 (+195) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -130 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jets vs. Red Wings 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 | +110 |
| Total | Over 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets +1.5 at the spread.
Jets vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Jets vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Kyle Connor is most likely to score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give Connor a 39.1% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is a 7.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 39.1% |
| Mark Scheifele | 37.8% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 32.8% |
| Morgan Barron | 17.1% |
| Josh Morrissey | 16.9% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 36.4% |
| Dylan Larkin | 33.6% |
| Lucas Raymond | 28.6% |
| Patrick Kane | 23.4% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 20.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 7.9% |
| Mark Scheifele | 7.2% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 6.7% |
| Morgan Barron | 3.1% |
| Cole Perfetti | 3.0% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 7.6% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.6% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.3% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 4.0% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.9% |
Jets vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Red Wings and Jets at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to start at 6:30 PM ET.
- Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 6:30 PM ET/3:30PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Red Wings, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jets vs. Red Wings 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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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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