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Winnipeg Jets vs. Vegas Golden Knights: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 29, 2024

Updated on:
Nov 29, 2024 7:47 PM
The Winnipeg Jets, sitting atop the Central Division with an 18-5 record, travel to T-Mobile Arena to face the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday, November 29, 2024, at 8:30 PM. The Golden Knights, with a 14-6-3 record, look to capitalize on their strong home performance, where they hold an 8-2-0 record. This Western Conference matchup promises to be an exciting battle between two of the NHL's top teams.
Winnipeg Jets vs Vegas Golden Knights

Current Odds

WPG
VGK
Over
5.5
-112
Under
6.5
-115
WPG
-1.5
+224
VGK
-1.5
+220
WPG
ML
+105
VGK
ML
+102

Jets vs Golden Knights statistics

Stat Jets Golden Knights
Goals For per Game 3.91 3.74
Goals Against per Game 2.44 3.00
Shots per Game 29.6 30.3
Shots Against per Game 29.8 28.9
Power Play Goals 23 17
Power Play Goals Against 13 11
Short Handed Goals 3 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 194 133
Power Play Percentage 33.8 30.4
Penalty Kill Percentage 77.6 77.6

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/27/24 @ Colorado Avalanche L 2-1 SO
11/25/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 5-4 SO
11/23/24 @ Montreal Canadiens W 6-2
11/21/24 @ Ottawa Senators W 3-2
11/20/24 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-0

Winnipeg Jets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/27/24 @ Los Angeles Kings L 4-1
11/25/24 @ Minnesota Wild W 4-1
11/23/24 @ Nashville Predators L 4-1
11/22/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins W 4-1
11/19/24 vs Florida Panthers W 6-3

Vegas Golden Knights injuries

  • Zach Whitecloud (D): Day-To-Day
  • Victor Olofsson (RW): Day-To-Day
  • William Karlsson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Alex Pietrangelo (D): Day-To-Day
  • Mark Stone (RW): Injured Reserve

Winnipeg Jets injuries

  • Dylan Samberg (D): Injured Reserve
  • Ville Heinola (D): Out
  • Logan Stanley (D): Injured Reserve
  • Jaret Anderson-Dolan (C): Injured Reserve
  • David Gustafsson (C): Day-To-Day

Jets vs Golden Knights game info

Type Info
Venue T-Mobile Arena
Location Las Vegas, NV
Puck drop Fri 8:30 PM

Jets vs Golden Knights predictions

As the Winnipeg Jets gear up to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights, all eyes are likely to be on Kyle Connor, whose agility and knack for finding the back of the net have been major talk points this season. With 13 goals under his belt, expect Connor to be a key player in pushing the offensive drive for the Jets. On the defensive end, Josh Morrissey, leading with 18 assists, could play a crucial role in setting up plays and maintaining puck possession, which could be pivotal in a game that promises high stakes and even higher tensions.

Turning to the Vegas Golden Knights, Jack Eichel is someone you just can't overlook. With an impressive tally of 26 assists and 34 points, his ability to orchestrate plays and his vision on the ice will be vital for Vegas. Eichel’s knack for setting up goals could very well tilt the game in their favor. Additionally, Pavel Dorofeyev, their leading goal scorer, with a nose for the net and 12 goals to his name this season, will need to punch through the Jets' defense to light the lamp.

Looking at the momentum both teams bring into this matchup, it’s a tight call. However, considering the solid road record of the Winnipeg Jets and their slightly better overall performance this season, they might have the edge in this encounter. Both teams boast skilled lineups and strategic depth, but the Jets' combination of strong offense led by Connor and strategic defense guided by Morrissey might just tip the scales in their favor when they clash at the T-Mobile Arena. What do you think? Will the Jets fly high, or will the Knights defend their castle?

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