Oilers vs. Canucks Prediction: Edmonton Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [1/18/2025]

The Vancouver Canucks will square off with the Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at Rogers Arena on Saturday, beginning at 10:00PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Edmonton-Vancouver game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.

"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Oilers are more likely to win, while the Canucks have a lower chance of victory."

For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Oilers vs. Canucks predictions page.

READER EXCLUSIVE: Use code 20HOCKEY at checkout now to get 20% off your first month of Dimers Pro! Hurry, this offer won't last long.

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 10:00PM ET.

• Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks
• Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
• Time: 10:00PM ET/7:00PM PT
• Venue: Rogers Arena
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Oilers vs. Canucks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Edmonton vs. Vancouver picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Oilers vs. Canucks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Canucks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Oilers a 58% chance of beating the Canucks.

According to our model, the Canucks (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 55% chance of going over.

Oilers vs. Canucks Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Oilers	Canucks
Puck Line	-1.5 (+152)	+1.5 (-175)
Moneyline	-166	+145
Total	o5.5 (-130)	u5.5 (+110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Oilers vs. Canucks Picks

Our model's biggest edge in today's Oilers vs. Canucks matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Oilers vs. Canucks Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Canucks?

According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Canucks.

Our projections give Draisaitl a 9.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Rogers Arena, while the Oilers star is a 43.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	First Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl	9.3%
Connor McDavid	7.8%
Zach Hyman	7.8%

Vancouver Canucks

Player	First Goal Probability
Brock Boeser	5.5%
Elias Pettersson	5.1%
Jake DeBrusk	4.8%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Leon Draisaitl	43.7%
Connor McDavid	39.1%
Zach Hyman	37.7%

Vancouver Canucks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Brock Boeser	30.1%
Elias Pettersson	28.6%
Jake DeBrusk	26.8%

Conclusion

We predict the Oilers, with a 58% 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.

Note: Clicking links to our partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.

More on NHL

Stay up-to-date with the latest NHL betting news, NHL best bets and parlay picks throughout the season. Plus, our Stanley Cup odds offer the most up-to-date projections for the Stanley Cup title.