- Matchup: Winnipeg Jets vs Florida Panthers
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL
- Broadcast: Scripps Sports Local
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The Winnipeg Jets (21-24-7) are gearing up for their away game at the Amerant Bank Arena this Saturday, taking on the Florida Panthers (28-21-3).
In their previous outing, the Winnipeg Jets secured a thrilling 4-3 victory against the Devils. The Jets logged 4 penalty minutes during the game, showcasing a strong offensive performance. However, they were unable to capitalize on 2 power play opportunities, scoring 4 times on 26 shots.
In even-strength scenarios, the Jets have allowed 126 goals while scoring 124 themselves. Their opponents have earned 158 power play opportunities (ranked 15th in the league) and scored 33 goals in these situations. Overall, the Winnipeg Jets have registered 152 goals this season (22nd in professional hockey) while conceding 159. With a total of 1,362 shots taken, their shooting percentage sits at 11.2%. The Jets currently hold 49 points, reflecting a points percentage of .471. Defensively, they have faced 1,450 shots with a save percentage of .890. On special teams, they’ve received 143 power play opportunities, converting 28 goals, resulting in a power play percentage of 19.58%.
Connor Hellebuyck is expected to be in goal for this matchup. He has faced 1,495 goals throughout his career, maintaining a goals-against average of 2.53. Hellebuyck boasts experience with 601 games played, achieving a save percentage of .917 over 30,186 minutes. His career record stands at 335 wins, 199 losses, and 50 overtime losses, with an impressive 353 quality starts representing a .597 quality start percentage. He has made a total of 16,478 saves against 17,973 shots.
The Florida Panthers enter this contest following a 4-3 loss to the Mammoth, where they notched 3 goals from 28 shots. Despite having 4 power play chances, they failed to convert any into goals.
This season, the Florida Panthers have scored 157 goals and accumulated 59 points, translating to a points percentage of .567. They have yielded 168 goals, comprising 137 goals at even strength and 31 while short-handed. Florida has 123 even-strength goals and 34 scored with a man advantage, ranked 13th in the league. They have capitalized on 187 power play opportunities for an 18.18% conversion rate. With a total of 1,503 shots (12th in the NHL) and a shooting percentage of 10.45%, the Panthers have allowed 1,340 shots against with an 82.49% penalty kill rate against 177 power plays, achieving a save percentage of 87.5%.
Sergei Bobrovsky is likely to defend the net for Florida. He has compiled 20,683 saves from 22,660 shots, resulting in a .913 save percentage. Bobrovsky holds a career record of 449 wins, 258 losses, and 58 overtime losses, having played 790 games and starting 776 of them, logging 40,050 minutes on ice. His quality start percentage is 57.5%, amassing 446 quality starts.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL clash—will it be against the spread or the moneyline?
Expert Prediction: Back Winnipeg
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