Roster Rundown: Key Players and Absences
Winnipeg Jets have some key players to watch. Connor Hellebuyck in goal, he’s been a brick wall with a save percentage of .922. Josh Morrissey is a blueline maestro, registering 11 goals and 46 assists this season. Kyle Connor, a sniper with 41 goals under his belt, knows how to find the back of the net. Mark Scheifele, another offensive dynamo with 29 goals and 41 assists, is always a threat on the ice. Notably absent are Ville Heinola and Nikolaj Ehlers, both out with injuries, leaving some gaps to fill.
St. Louis Blues bring their own firepower. Jordan Kyrou, with 37 goals and 34 assists, is a key offensive asset. Brayden Schenn, not far behind with 27 goals and 43 assists, sets up plays with finesse. Colton Parayko anchors the defense, while Jordan Binnington, boasting a .913 save percentage, holds steady between the pipes. Missing from the lineup are Robert Thomas and Brandon Saad, both sidelined, which could impact their offensive depth.
Head-to-Head
Winnipeg Jets and
St. Louis Blues have a long history. In their last three meetings, Winnipeg took the win twice:
Winnipeg Jets 3-2
St. Louis Blues [Jan 15, 2025] and
Winnipeg Jets 4-3
St. Louis Blues [Dec 02, 2024]. St. Louis managed a victory in
Winnipeg Jets 2-4
St. Louis Blues [Feb 09, 2025]. These games were tightly contested, hinting at another potential nail-biter.
Recent Form
Winnipeg Jets come into this matchup off a strong run: they blanked Vegas Golden Knights 4-0, took down Vancouver Canucks 3-1, and edged past Washington Capitals 3-2. A minor hiccup came against Los Angeles Kings, losing 4-1, but they rebounded with a 4-0 victory over New Jersey Devils.
St. Louis Blues are on a hot streak, winning all their last five games. They edged out Nashville Predators 3-2 and squeezed past Colorado Avalanche 2-1. A high-scoring affair saw them win 5-4 against Pittsburgh Penguins, followed by a dominant 6-1 victory over Montreal Canadiens and a tight 2-1 win against Detroit Red Wings.
Wrap-Up
Winnipeg Jets are riding high, with strong performances from their stars and a formidable record. Their defense is tight, and they’ve shown they can score in bunches.
St. Louis Blues, though, are no slouches – they’re on a five-game win streak and have been putting up impressive numbers, particularly in clutch situations. Both teams miss key players, but their depth allows them to compensate effectively. It’s all about who buries their chances when it counts.
Summary
This game between
Winnipeg Jets and
St. Louis Blues promises some fireworks. Winnipeg's mix of solid goaltending and offensive prowess makes them a tough nut to crack. St. Louis, with their recent form and winning momentum, looks to extend their streak. Given the past encounters and recent form, Jets might have a slight edge, especially if Hellebuyck stands tall and their forwards crash the net effectively. But, Blues have proven they can rise to the occasion, making this matchup one for the books. Either way, it’s gonna be a thrilling night on the ice.
Match Odds Winnipeg Jets – St. Louis Blues
Leon's odds are 2.1 on Winnipeg Jets winning on their territory.
At this moment our odds are equal to 3.4 on St. Louis Blues visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 4.
