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Oilers vs. Canucks prediction: Edmonton favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/17/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Edmonton Oilers vs Vancouver Canucks predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Vancouver Canucks will square off with the Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at Rogers Arena on Saturday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Oilers vs. Canucks game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Oilers vs. Canucks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Oilers and Canucks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Oilers a 60% chance of beating the Canucks.
According to our model, the Canucks (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Canucks odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Canucks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+132) | +1.5 (-155) |
| Moneyline | -182 | +154 |
| Total | o6.5 (-102) | u6.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Oilers vs. Canucks 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 | Canucks +1.5 | -155 |
| Moneyline | Canucks | +154 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Canucks +1.5 at the spread.
Oilers vs. Canucks player props
Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Canucks?
According to our model, Connor McDavid is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Canucks.
Our projections give McDavid a 50.2% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Arena, while the star is a 10.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 50.2% |
| Zach Hyman | 43.2% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 26.5% |
| Jack Roslovic | 23.2% |
| Evan Bouchard | 22.8% |
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake DeBrusk | 28.9% |
| Linus Karlsson | 28.8% |
| Brock Boeser | 27.7% |
| Evander Kane | 25.5% |
| Max Sasson | 21.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor McDavid | 10.6% |
| Zach Hyman | 8.6% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 5.2% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.2% |
| Evan Bouchard | 4.0% |
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake DeBrusk | 5.7% |
| Linus Karlsson | 5.4% |
| Brock Boeser | 5.3% |
| Evander Kane | 4.8% |
| Conor Garland | 3.5% |
Oilers vs. Canucks game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Canucks and Oilers at Rogers Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Canucks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Canucks 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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