Winnipeg vs New Jersey Prediction 29 March 2025
🔊 Can the Canadians hold onto the top spot in the West? Winnipeg continue to lead the standings, but for the first time in a while, rivals like Dallas and Vegas have closed in significantly. Meanwhile, New Jersey remain in the top 8 of the East and are unlikely to relinquish their third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Head-to-Head
The rivals have already faced each other once in the current regular season. Three weeks ago, the "Devils" had no answer for their opponents on home ice in Newark, suffering a heavy 1-6 defeat. There was hardly any competitive fight, as by the end of the second period, Winnipeg had scored three unanswered goals, effectively sealing the game. A decisive contribution to Winnipeg's success came from forward Kyle Connor, who managed to score a goal and provide an assist. The American is having one of the best seasons of his career, with 86 points in 72 games, and his personal best of 93 points is within reach.
Head-to-head statistics Winnipeg - New Jersey
Winnipeg Jets Team Overview
Scott Arniel's squad have suffered three defeats in their last eight games. They fell short against Carolina (2-4), Vancouver (2-6), and Buffalo (3-5). Dallas and Vegas have capitalized on these slip-ups, trailing by just 6 and 8 points respectively, with a game in hand. The Canadians need to step up their game, as losing the top spot could deny them a more favorable opponent in the first round of the playoffs. Last season, this misstep cost the team dearly, as they were quickly eliminated from the Stanley Cup race on home ice.
Match Results: Winnipeg Jets
New Jersey Devils Team Overview
The Devils have hit a rough patch towards the end. Sheldon Keefe's squad has suffered three losses in their last four games. However, their substantial cushion in the Metropolitan Division standings (9 points) ensures their position is not under threat. Their victory over Chicago (5-3) has only boosted their confidence. Yet, a potential first-round matchup against Carolina doesn't bode well for the team. They will undoubtedly be the underdogs, with slim chances of clinching the series. Additionally, the return of defenseman Dougie Hamilton and forward Jack Hughes is not anticipated anytime soon.
Match Results: New Jersey Devils
📌 Projected Lineups
Winnipeg: Hellebuyck - DeMelo, Morrissey - Iafallo, Scheifele, Connor
New Jersey: Markstrom - Hughes, Pesce - Meier, Hischier, Noesen
🥅 Goalies
Winnipeg's goaltender Connor Hellebuyck remains a leading contender for the league's top goaltender award. This season, the American is averaging a 92.4% save percentage and boasts a goals-against average of 2.06 with six shutouts. These are career-best stats for him.
New Jersey's netminder Jacob Markstrom has been struggling lately. In his last seven games, he hasn't managed to post a save percentage above 90%. Entering the playoffs with such numbers poses a significant risk for the Devils, yet they continue to place their faith in the Swede.
Editorial Prediction
In recent years, head-to-head matchups between these teams have been quite one-sided, with the "Devils" struggling to find success. Scott Arniel's squad has consistently come out on top in their last seven encounters in Canada. Overall, Winnipeg have been impressive on home ice, securing victories in nine of their last ten regular-season games. We believe these trends will continue to hold true, and we recommend the bet - Winnipeg will not lose.
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