- Matchup: Winnipeg Jets vs Chicago Blackhawks
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: Chicago Sports Network
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The Winnipeg Jets (31-30-12) are set to face the Chicago Blackhawks (27-34-13) at the United Center on Tuesday.
In their latest encounter, the Winnipeg Jets secured a 4-2 victory over the Avalanche. During this game, the Jets faced 8 penalty minutes but had 2 opportunities on the power play, failing to convert. Their offensive display was noteworthy, successfully scoring 4 goals out of 21 shots taken.
At even strength, the Jets have allowed 177 goals while scoring 172. This season, opponents have been granted 203 power play opportunities (ranking 24th in the league), leading to 44 goals scored against them. Overall, the Jets have scored 207 goals (25th in the NHL), giving up 221 in total. They have taken 1,923 shots, holding a shooting percentage of 10.8%. The Winnipeg Jets have accumulated 74 points, achieving a points percentage of .507. Their defense has faced 2,043 shots, maintaining a save percentage of .892. With 204 power play opportunities, they’ve converted 35 goals, giving them a success rate of 17.16%.
Connor Hellebuyck is expected to guard the net for this matchup. Throughout his career, he has faced 1,546 goals, boasting a goals-against average of 2.54. Hellebuyck has participated in 618 games, carrying a save percentage of .916 across 30,229 minutes. His win-loss record stands at 341-205-55, with 608 games as the starting goalie. Notably, he has recorded 363 quality starts, achieving a quality start percentage of .597.
In their previous game, Chicago faced off against the Devils and suffered a 5-3 defeat. During this matchup, they had 3 power play chances, managing to score on only 1. The Blackhawks netted 3 goals from 31 shots on goal.
Currently, the Blackhawks have registered 151 even-strength goals and 38 power play goals (23rd overall in the NHL). With 1,817 shots taken (31st in pro hockey), they’ve maintained a shooting percentage of 10.40%, while their opponents have directed 2,252 shots their way. This season, the Blackhawks have tallied 189 total goals, securing 67 points and a points percentage of .453. They have conceded a total of 239 goals, with 204 coming at even strength and 35 during penalties. The team has been awarded 213 power play chances, achieving a power play percentage of 17.84% and a penalty kill rate of 84.23%, effectively thwarting 222 of their opponents’ chances. Additionally, their overall save percentage is 89.4%.
Spencer Knight will likely be in goal for the Blackhawks. Throughout his career, he has amassed a record of 67-54-19 in 144 games, with a quality start rate of 53.0% based on 71 quality starts. From 4,050 shots faced, Knight has recorded 3,666 saves, achieving a save percentage of .905. His opponents average 2.87 goals per game against him, with a total of 384 goals allowed. Knight has also been a starter in 134 games, logging 5,158 minutes on the ice.
Who will take home the win in this NHL showdown? Will it be against the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Opt for Winnipeg
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