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Jets Look to Build Momentum in Road Clash With Devils
The Winnipeg Jets will aim for their second straight victory as they visit the New Jersey Devils on Friday night in Newark.
Winnipeg (42-19-5, 89 points) snapped a three-game skid (0-2-1) with a convincing 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday. Mark Scheifele led the charge with a goal and two assists, helping the Jets return to the form that saw them win a franchise-record 11 straight games prior to their recent mini-slump.
The Devils (34-28-4, 72 points), meanwhile, are looking to bounce back after back-to-back losses, most recently falling 4-3 to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday. With Jack Hughes ruled out for the season and Dougie Hamilton injured, New Jersey is searching for a spark.
Winnipeg Jets: Back on Track?
Recent Performance & Trends
- The Jets improved to 20-11-0 on the road after Thursday’s win over Philadelphia.
- Connor Hellebuyck leads all NHL goalies in wins (36), save percentage (.926), GAA (2.01), and shutouts (6).
- Winnipeg has held opponents to two or fewer goals in 10 of its past 14 games.
Key Players to Watch
- Mark Scheifele (35 goals, 69 points) extended his point streak to three games (2G, 3A).
- Kyle Connor (team-leading 46 assists, 78 points) has five points in his last three games.
- Nikolaj Ehlers & Adam Lowry each scored in Thursday’s win, contributing to a balanced attack.
Coach Scott Arniel on Thursday’s Win:
“We did a great job of taking the middle of the ice away. We tracked back well. Any time you can do that on the road, that’s big. It was a real good, solid team win.”
Projected Starting Goalie: Connor Hellebuyck
- Career vs. Devils: 8-2-1, 2.34 GAA, .924 SV%
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New Jersey Devils: Adjusting Without Hughes & Hamilton
Recent Performance & Trends
- New Jersey is 4-6-0 in its last 10 games.
- The Devils are just 15-10-4 at home.
- Trade Deadline Addition: Acquired defenseman Brian Dumoulin from Anaheim to help stabilize the blue line.
Key Players to Watch
- Jesper Bratt (team-leading 53 assists, 70 points) must carry the offense without Hughes.
- Nico Hischier (26 goals, 49 points) will be the Devils’ primary goal-scoring threat.
- Jacob Markstrom has started the past two games after returning from an MCL injury.
Coach Sheldon Keefe on Brian Dumoulin:
“He’s a veteran defenseman, reliable, consistent. He moves the puck well and will help us down the stretch.”
Projected Starting Goalie: Jacob Markstrom
- Season Stats: 21-11-5, 2.24 GAA, .910 SV%
- Career vs. Jets: 9-15-2, 3.10 GAA, .896 SV%
Head-to-Head Matchup: Jets vs. Devils
| Category | Jets | Devils |
| Record | 42-19-5 | 34-28-4 |
| Goals Per Game | 3.19 (11th) | 3.07 (15th) |
| Goals Against Per Game | 2.46 (2nd) | 3.18 (22nd) |
| Power Play % | 22.5% (9th) | 22.8% (8th) |
| Penalty Kill % | 80.2% (7th) | 76.4% (21st) |
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Game Prediction: Jets’ Defense and Goaltending Key to Victory
With Winnipeg’s defense playing at an elite level and Hellebuyck leading the league in key goalie stats, the Jets should have the edge in this matchup. The Devils are still adjusting to key injuries, and Markstrom’s struggles against the Jets (3.10 GAA, .896 SV%) could be a problem.
Final Score Prediction: Jets 4, Devils 2
Can the Jets keep building momentum, or will the Devils pull off an upset? Find out Friday night in Newark!
