The Winnipeg Jets and Edmonton Oilers square off in a battle between two of the coldest cities in the NHL. Both teams are playoff-bound, and this matchup could play a pivotal role in determining home-ice advantage and late-round seeding. Edmonton has been on fire heading into this matchup, while the Jets remain perched atop the NHL standings. Anytime Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl get the chance to challenge Connor Hellebuyck and the Jets’ stifling defense, NHL fans from around the world will tune in to watch.
This is the perfect opportunity to make free NHL predictions on this exciting matchup. Will McDavid and Draisaitl be able to overcome the Vezina Trophy favorite, or will the Jets find a way to grind out another low-scoring victory?
Matchup: Jets vs Oilers Overview
- Teams: Winnipeg Jets at Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Thursday, March 20th, 2025
- Time: Puck drop is at 9:00 PM EST (7:00 PM local time)
- Venue: Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Win Probabilities:
The Edmonton Oilers are favored in this all-Canadian NHL matchup featuring two of the league’s best teams. The Oilers have won three games in a row and are coming off a massive 7-1 win over Utah on Tuesday night. According to NHL win probabilities, the Oilers have a 62.66% chance to win this game, while the Jets are coming in as underdogs on the NHL odds, and have a 37.34% chance to pull off the upset.
Projected Final Score:
The projected final score is generated using a combination of expert NHL predictions and insights from the recent games of both teams. For this highly anticipated matchup, the projected final score is Edmonton Oilers 5-3 Winnipeg Jets.
Jets vs Oilers Odds
They’ve been dominant at home and will look to ride the energy of the always-loud Rogers Place crowd in this showdown.
While the Jets boast the league’s best goaltending, their inconsistent scoring punch remains a concern. As a result, the total goal line is set at just 5.5 for this Thursday night battle.
| Winnipeg Jets | Edmonton Oilers | |
| Moneyline | +110 | -155 |
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-220) | -1.5 (+154) |
| Total | Over 5.5 Goals (-143) | Under 5.5 Goals (+105) |
Expert Prediction: Who Wins?
Why the Winnipeg Jets Could Win
The Winnipeg Jets have the best goalie in the NHL, and that alone is often enough to swing a game. Connor Hellebuyck is the overwhelming favorite for the Vezina Trophy this season, posting an incredible .924 save percentage. His 39-13 record and 2.05 GAA have propelled Winnipeg to the top of the standings, giving the Jets more confidence than ever in their ability to make a deep playoff run. Shutting down Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl will be the top priority for the Jets, and if the duo is held off the scoresheet, Winnipeg will be in a great position to pick up two points.
While Hellebuyck’s outstanding play can carry the Jets in the postseason, they need their forwards to convert on scoring opportunities. Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele have shouldered the offensive load with 36 and 35 goals, respectively. Winnipeg has proven it is a true contender and can take down the Edmonton Oilers in a raucous Rogers Place.
Why the Edmonton Oilers Could Win
The Edmonton Oilers have two of the greatest goal scorers of this generation on their roster. Leon Draisaitl has emerged from Connor McDavid’s shadow to lead the league in goals this season. His 49 goals are 11 more than the next closest competitor, and he trails Nathan MacKinnon by just two points for the overall scoring lead. The luxury of having Draisaitl and McDavid driving the Oilers’ top two lines is one most teams could only dream of.
While the Oilers have had no problem scoring, keeping the puck out of their own net has been their biggest weakness. Calvin Pickard and Stuart Skinner both rank outside the top 25 in save percentage this season, a troubling sign for Edmonton’s playoff hopes. However, the tandem has stepped up recently, with the Oilers allowing just one goal in each of their last three games. If they can shut down the surging Jets, they’ll put themselves in a strong position to win.
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