The red-hot Winnipeg Jets roll into Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena riding high after dominating the Dallas Stars 4-1, with Kyle Connor's explosive three-point performance highlighting their recent offensive surge.
While the Kraken have shown signs of life with back-to-back home wins, they'll need to solve Connor Hellebuyck - the league's stingiest netminder who's been practically unbeatable with a 1.66 GAA in March.
The Central Division-leading Jets aim to make it three straight against the Kraken this season when the NHL's best defense (2.28 goals against per game) squares off against Seattle's 24th-ranked unit at Climate Pledge Arena.
Seattle Kraken vs. Winnipeg Jets prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets matchup, our predictive model gives the Jets an 85% chance of defeating the Kraken.
Pre-game probabilities
Winnipeg Jets
Moneyline
Win %
85%
15%
Seattle Kraken
Winnipeg Jets: 85% win probability
- League-leading point total (96 points in 67 games)
- Elite offensive output (234 goals scored, 2nd in Western Conference)
- Strong defensive system (154 goals against, best in Western Conference)
Seattle Kraken: 15% win probability
- Poor defensive record (218 goals against, 13th in Western Conference)
- Inconsistent scoring (201 goals for, ranking 9th in conference)
- Recent struggles (29 wins in 67 games, 13th place position)
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Seattle Kraken vs. Winnipeg Jets preview
The red-hot Winnipeg Jets roll into Climate Pledge Arena looking to complete a season sweep of the Seattle Kraken in what's shaping up to be a classic offense-versus-defense showdown.
Fresh off dominating the Dallas Stars with a physical 35-hit performance, the Jets' dynamic duo of Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele have been lighting up the scoreboard, with Connor's recent two-goal, one-assist masterclass showcasing their offensive firepower.
The Kraken, despite their struggles this season, have found a spark with Eeli Tolvanen stepping up big time - his recent two-goal performance against Utah proves he could be the x-factor Seattle needs to pull off an upset.
Between the pipes, it's a tale of two very different stories - the Jets' Connor Hellebuyck has been practically unbeatable with a stellar .936 save percentage in March, while Seattle's goaltending carousel continues to spin between a struggling Joey Daccord and the recently recalled Philipp Grubauer.
The Jets' league-leading defense (allowing just 2.28 goals per game) will be put to the test against a Kraken offense that's managed to light the lamp consistently in their last eight outings.
Climate Pledge Arena should be rocking for this Western Conference clash, with Seattle desperate to keep their slim playoff hopes alive against a Jets squad that's been absolutely crushing it on the road this season.
If the previous two matchups between these teams are any indication - both one-goal affairs - we're in for another nail-biter in the Pacific Northwest.
Seattle Kraken vs. Winnipeg Jets form
Seattle Kraken vs. Winnipeg Jets head to head
Seattle Kraken
17%
Winnipeg Jets
83%
Jan 17, 2025
Winnipeg Jets
2 : 1
Seattle Kraken
Oct 25, 2024
Seattle Kraken
3 : 4
Winnipeg Jets
Apr 17, 2024
Winnipeg Jets
4 : 3
Seattle Kraken
Mar 9, 2024
Seattle Kraken
0 : 3
Winnipeg Jets
Mar 6, 2024
Winnipeg Jets
3 : 4
Seattle Kraken
Feb 15, 2023
Winnipeg Jets
3 : 2
Seattle Kraken
