Winnipeg Jets vs. Minnesota Wild: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 27, 2024

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Sep 27, 2024 9:13 AM
The Minnesota Wild, currently 1-1-0, look to secure their first home win of the season as they host the Winnipeg Jets at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday, September 27 at 8:00 PM. The Jets, with a 1-1-1 record, will aim to capitalize on their first road win after earning a point in their lone away game so far. Expect a competitive matchup as these Central Division rivals clash in the early stages of the 2024-25 NHL season.
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Jets vs Wild statistics

Stat Jets Wild
Goals For per Game 3.33 3.50
Goals Against per Game 3.00 3.50
Shots per Game 32.0 26.5
Shots Against per Game 27.7 40.0
Power Play Goals 2 2
Power Play Goals Against 3 0
Short Handed Goals 1 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 25 21
Power Play Percentage 22.2 50.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 70.0 100.0

Minnesota Wild recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 @ Dallas Stars L 5-2
9/21/24 @ Winnipeg Jets W 5-2
4/18/24 vs Seattle Kraken L 4-3
4/15/24 @ Los Angeles Kings W 3-1
4/13/24 @ San Jose Sharks W 6-2

Winnipeg Jets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 vs Edmonton Oilers W 6-1
9/22/24 @ Edmonton Oilers L 3-2 OT
9/21/24 vs Minnesota Wild L 5-2
4/30/24 vs Colorado Avalanche L 6-3
4/28/24 @ Colorado Avalanche L 5-1

Jets vs Wild predictions

Tonight's face-off at the Xcel Energy Center sees the Winnipeg Jets hitting the ice with some strong performers standing out early this season. Keep your eyes on Neal Pionk, who’s been setting up plays beautifully with three assists already under his belt. Given his current form, it's likely he'll continue to be a key playmaker against the Wild. Colin Miller, too, has been lighting up the scoreboard with two goals. His knack for finding the back of the net could really tilt the ice in Winnipeg's favor if he keeps up the momentum.

Switching over to the Minnesota Wild, Jakub Lauko has emerged as a notable talent, leading his team with both goals and points. After slotting two past opposing goaltenders, expectations are high for him to keep firing on all cylinders. While Devin Shore might have fewer assists compared to the league's top feeders, his pivotal setups so far show he could be crucial in unlocking the Jets’ defense, especially with the home crowd behind him.

Taking into account the early performances and statistics, predicting tonight’s game throws up an intriguing challenge. Both teams are neck-and-neck with just a point separating them in the early season standings. However, playing at home could give the Minnesota Wild a slight edge over the Jets. The energy of the home crowd and the extra push from local fans might just be what the Wild need to secure a victory in what promises to be a closely contested matchup. What do you think, could home ice be the deciding factor tonight?

Minnesota Wild injuries

  • Reese Johnson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Troy Grosenick (G): Day-To-Day
  • Matt Boldy (LW): Out

Winnipeg Jets injuries

  • Logan Stanley (D): Out
  • Ville Heinola (D): Out

Jets vs Wild game info

Venue Xcel Energy Center
Location Saint Paul, MN
Puck drop Fri 8:00 PM

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