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Jets vs. Panthers prediction: Florida favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Winnipeg Jets vs Florida Panthers predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Florida Panthers will take on the Winnipeg Jets in NHL action at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday, commencing at 4:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of the Jets vs. Panthers game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Jets vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Jets and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 55% chance of defeating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 57% chance of going over.
Jets vs. Panthers odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-194) | -1.5 (+170) |
| Moneyline | +128 | -140 |
| Total | o5.5 (-135) | u5.5 (+116) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jets vs. Panthers 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 | -194 |
| Moneyline | Jets | +128 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -135 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets to win.
Jets vs. Panthers player props
Who will score a goal in Jets vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Reinhart a 41.7% chance of scoring a goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the star is a 9.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 35.0% |
| Mark Scheifele | 33.6% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 27.9% |
| Jonathan Toews | 20.5% |
| Cole Perfetti | 18.4% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 41.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 39.7% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 35.4% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 32.9% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 17.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mark Scheifele | 7.0% |
| Kyle Connor | 6.9% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 6.0% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.7% |
| Cole Perfetti | 3.2% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 9.0% |
| Sam Bennett | 8.3% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 7.0% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 6.8% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 3.2% |
Jets vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Panthers and Jets at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM ET.
- Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM ET/1:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jets vs. Panthers 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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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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