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Jets vs. Red Wings prediction: Winnipeg 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 the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Jets a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Red Wings.
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 innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Jets and Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Jets a 52% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Jets vs. Red Wings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+215) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +100 |
| Total | o6 (-105) | u6 (-115) |
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 | +215 |
| Moneyline | Red Wings | +100 |
| Total | Over 6 | -105 |
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 38.6% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is an 8.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 38.6% |
| Mark Scheifele | 36.3% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 33.8% |
| Morgan Barron | 17.5% |
| Josh Morrissey | 17.1% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 33.9% |
| Dylan Larkin | 33.2% |
| Lucas Raymond | 29.0% |
| Patrick Kane | 22.5% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 19.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 8.6% |
| Mark Scheifele | 8.4% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 7.4% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.0% |
| Josh Morrissey | 2.9% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.6% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.1% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.2% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.9% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 3.9% |
Jets vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's matchup between the Red Wings and Jets at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence 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 Jets, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings 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 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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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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