In NHL action on Wednesday, the Winnipeg Jets will face off against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre, with the game starting at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Currently, the Jets hold a 13-12 record, placing them 12th in the Western Conference with 26 points. Meanwhile, the Canadiens boast a 13-9-3 record and rank 12th in the Eastern Conference with 29 points.
Fans can tune in to watch the Jets take on the Canadiens and follow along with the latest odds provided by BetMGM. The matchup comes with some notable injury concerns for both teams. For the Jets, key players Connor Hellebuyck and Haydn Fleury are sidelined due to a knee issue and concussion respectively. The Canadiens are also dealing with significant absences, including Kirby Dach (foot), Kaiden Guhle (lower body), Alexander Newhook (ankle), and Patrik Laine (abdomen).
In terms of player performance, Mark Scheifele has been a standout for the Jets this season, accumulating 32 points (13 goals, 19 assists) in 25 games. On the goaltending front, Hellebuyck, despite his injury, has posted a goals-against average of 2.5 and a .913 save percentage, ranking him 13th in the league. For the Canadiens, Nick Suzuki leads the team with 30 points (8 goals, 22 assists), while goaltender Samuel Montembeault has recorded 284 saves but shows a goals-against average of 3.6 and an .861 save percentage, placing him 64th in the league.
This game promises to be an intriguing matchup as both teams look to improve their standings in their respective conferences. The Winnipeg Jets will aim to overcome their injuries and capitalize on the Canadiens’ vulnerabilities, while Montreal will look to maintain its position in the playoff race. With each team bringing its unique strengths to the ice, fans can expect an exciting contest as they vie for crucial points in the NHL season.