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Flyers vs. Oilers prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/3/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Philadelphia Flyers vs Edmonton Oilers predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Edmonton Oilers and Philadelphia Flyers will meet in the NHL at Rogers Place on Saturday, starting at 3:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Flyers vs. Oilers game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Flyers vs. Oilers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Flyers and Oilers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Oilers a 59% chance of beating the Flyers.
According to our model, the Flyers (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Flyers vs. Oilers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flyers | Oilers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-180) | -1.5 (+154) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -155 |
| Total | o6.5 (-102) | u6.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Flyers vs. Oilers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Oilers -1.5 | +154 |
| Moneyline | Oilers | -155 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -112 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Flyers vs. Oilers player props
Who will score a goal in Flyers vs. Oilers?
According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Flyers vs. Oilers.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 44.4% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Place, while the star is a 9.1% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Travis Konecny | 29.8% |
| Trevor Zegras | 27.0% |
| Carl Grundstrom | 26.5% |
| Owen Tippett | 25.5% |
| Matvei Michkov | 25.4% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 44.4% |
| Connor McDavid | 42.7% |
| Zach Hyman | 39.3% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 25.9% |
| Jack Roslovic | 24.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Travis Konecny | 6.0% |
| Owen Tippett | 5.0% |
| Trevor Zegras | 4.8% |
| Carl Grundstrom | 4.6% |
| Matvei Michkov | 4.3% |
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.1% |
| Connor McDavid | 8.7% |
| Zach Hyman | 8.0% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.6% |
| Jack Roslovic | 4.3% |
Flyers vs. Oilers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Oilers and Flyers at Rogers Place is scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM ET/12:30PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Place
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Flyers on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flyers vs. Oilers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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