The Winnipeg Jets (37-14-3) will put their impressive six-game winning streak on the line as they welcome the formidable Carolina Hurricanes (32-17-4) to Canada Life Centre on Tuesday night.
The Jets have been dominating on both ends of the ice, leading the Central Division while averaging 3.61 goals per game and maintaining the league's best defensive record with just 2.43 goals allowed per game.
Carolina enters the contest with their own impressive credentials, sitting second in the Metropolitan Division and showcasing a potent offense that averages 3.32 goals per game.
The matchup features two of the NHL's hottest goaltenders, with Jets' Connor Hellebuyck posting MVP-caliber numbers including a .925 save percentage, while Hurricanes' Pyotr Kochetkov has been solid with a 2.47 goals-against average.
Both teams boast dynamic offensive threats, with Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele combining for 128 points for Winnipeg, while Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis have accumulated 91 points for Carolina.
This clash between two of the NHL's elite teams promises to be a fascinating tactical battle, as both sides aim to leverage their defensive prowess while maintaining their high-scoring offensive output.
Winnipeg Jets vs. Carolina Hurricanes: who will win?
For tonight's Winnipeg Jets vs Carolina Hurricanes matchup, our predictive model gives the Jets a 63.33% chance of defeating the Hurricanes.
Pre-game probabilities
Winnipeg Jets
Moneyline
Win %
63.33%
36.67%
Carolina Hurricanes
Winnipeg Jets: 63.33% win probability
- League-leading point total (77 points in 54 games)
- Superior goal differential (+64, scoring 195 goals while allowing only 131)
- Perfect recent form (WWWWW in last 5 games)
Carolina Hurricanes: 36.67% win probability
- Lower point total (68 points vs Jets' 77)
- Weaker goal differential (+30 compared to Jets' +64)
- Inconsistent recent form (LWWLW vs Jets' perfect streak)
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Winnipeg Jets vs. Carolina Hurricanes form
Winnipeg Jets vs. Carolina Hurricanes head to head
Winnipeg Jets
50%
Carolina Hurricanes
50%
Mar 2, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
3 : 5
Winnipeg Jets
Dec 5, 2023
Winnipeg Jets
2 : 1
Carolina Hurricanes
Mar 14, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
5 : 3
Winnipeg Jets
Nov 22, 2022
Winnipeg Jets
4 : 3
Carolina Hurricanes
Apr 21, 2022
Carolina Hurricanes
4 : 2
Winnipeg Jets
Dec 8, 2021
Winnipeg Jets
2 : 4
Carolina Hurricanes
