NHL Match Prediction: Winnipeg Jets vs New Jersey Devils
Winnipeg Jets
New Jersey DevilsWinnipeg host New Jersey at Canada Life Centre on November 10, with faceoff at 19:00 America/New_York. The Jets have 17 points from 18 games and sit 11th in the Western Conference, 11 points behind Minnesota. New Jersey arrive with 26 points.
Winnipeg: scoring recovery, defensive exposure
Recent results and home advantage
The Jets have won three straight after losses to Florida and Carolina, scoring 17 goals and conceding 21 across their last five games. Their two recent home appearances brought wins over Vancouver and Tampa Bay by a combined 10–5. The three preceding road games returned one win and a 7–16 goal balance.
Strengths and weaknesses
Winnipeg scored at least four goals in each game of their winning run but conceded in all five recent outings. Their season goal difference is minus 14, with 49 scored and 63 allowed. All five recent games exceeded 5.5 total goals.
Personnel and preparation
The lineup, injuries, suspensions, tactical alignment, goaltender save percentage and power-play and penalty-kill rates remain unconfirmed. Scott Arniel has stressed playing all 60 minutes and handling pressure better. Winnipeg last played at home on November 8 and remain in the same city.
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome4:3
- Vancouver Canuckshome6:2
- Montreal Canadiensaway5:4
- Carolina Hurricanesaway0:7
- Florida Panthersaway2:5
New Jersey: consistent finishing through a busy stretch
Five wins with a reliable scoring floor
The Devils have won all five recent games, scoring 23 goals and conceding 13. They scored either four or five goals each time. Their three road victories produced a combined 14–6 score, ending with a 4–0 shutout in Toronto.
Where the balance remains vulnerable
New Jersey allowed at least three goals in three of those five wins, including four against both St. Louis and the Islanders. Four games exceeded 5.5 total goals; Toronto was their only shutout in that stretch.
Goaltending and the travel schedule
General manager Sunny Mehta said management decided not to use Connor Hellebuyck against Winnipeg. The replacement starter, save percentages, special-teams rates and skater availability remain unconfirmed. The Devils played on consecutive days on November 7–8, then travelled from Toronto to Winnipeg. Neither club has a game scheduled for November 9.
- Toronto Maple Leafsaway4:0
- New York Islandersaway5:4
- St. Louis Blueshome5:4
- Edmonton Oilershome4:3
- Vegas Golden Knightsaway5:2
Head-to-head history favours the Jets
Winnipeg won eight of the ten official meetings over the past five years. Across eight encounters, the Jets scored 33 goals and allowed 19; six exceeded 5.5 total goals. They won all four home meetings in that group. Both January 2026 games ended 4–3 to Winnipeg.
- 28.01.2026New Jersey Devils3:4Winnipeg JetsNHL
- 11.01.2026Winnipeg Jets4:3New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 29.03.2025Winnipeg Jets4:0New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 08.03.2025New Jersey Devils1:6Winnipeg JetsNHL
- 21.03.2024New Jersey Devils4:1Winnipeg JetsNHL
A former Winnipeg goaltender shapes the build-up
Hellebuyck plans to explain his departure from Winnipeg at Tuesday’s pregame press availability. Winnipeg’s leaders have sought to keep attention on hockey amid the trade discussion after an earlier nine-game losing stretch.
Our first-period prediction
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.43. This requires at least one side to finish the opening period scoreless, rather than a goalless start. New Jersey’s latest 4–0 win in Toronto offers the clearest defensive support: the Devils can contain an opponent without sacrificing their own scoring threat.
Winnipeg coach Scott Arniel’s demand for a full 60-minute performance and better handling of pressure makes early puck management a relevant priority. Avoiding turnovers would reduce the transition chances that can produce goals at both ends. However, no first-period scoring splits are available, so recent winning runs should not be treated as proof of reliable opening-period defending. Injury updates and confirmed lineups are unavailable. A 0–1 first-period score is our lean, not a forecast of a low-scoring full game.
Betting conclusion
Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.43 is a cautious opening-period selection, with New Jersey’s latest shutout its strongest supporting result. The missing period-specific evidence limits confidence.
FAQ
When does Winnipeg Jets — New Jersey Devils kick off?
The match starts on 10.11.2026 at 19:00 (New York), Canada Life Centre (Winnipeg).
What is the prediction for Winnipeg Jets — New Jersey Devils?
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No at 1.43.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Winnipeg Jets win — 32%, draw — 23%, New Jersey Devils win — 45%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome4:3
- Vancouver Canuckshome6:2
- Montreal Canadiensaway5:4
- Carolina Hurricanesaway0:7
- Florida Panthersaway2:5
- Toronto Maple Leafsaway4:0
- New York Islandersaway5:4
- St. Louis Blueshome5:4
- Edmonton Oilershome4:3
- Vegas Golden Knightsaway5:2
Standings · Central Division
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minnesota Wild | 19 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 63:43 | 28 |
| 2 | Dallas Stars | 17 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 49:41 | 22 |
| 3 | Colorado Avalanche | 18 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 72:56 | 22 |
| 4 | Nashville Predators | 17 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 52:51 | 21 |
| 5 | Utah Mammoth | 18 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 63:63 | 21 |
| 6 | Winnipeg Jets | 18 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 49:63 | 17 |
| 7 | St. Louis Blues | 17 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 50:53 | 16 |
| 8 | Chicago Blackhawks | 18 | 3 | 0 | 13 | 39:76 | 9 |
Head-to-head
- 28.01.2026New Jersey Devils3:4Winnipeg JetsNHL
- 11.01.2026Winnipeg Jets4:3New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 29.03.2025Winnipeg Jets4:0New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 08.03.2025New Jersey Devils1:6Winnipeg JetsNHL
- 21.03.2024New Jersey Devils4:1Winnipeg JetsNHL
About the match
- 10 November · 19:00 New York
- Venue: Canada Life Centre (Winnipeg)
Odds
Odds updated 09.11 19:20
Market preference and movement are not identical
New Jersey are the regulation-time favourite at 45.1%, compared with Winnipeg at 32.4% and the draw at 22.5%. Over the last 24 hours, support has strengthened for the visitors and the draw while weakening for the hosts. The favourite remains below a 50% regulation-win probability.
Over 5.5 has a 55.4% market probability, though movement has favoured Under. BTTS stands at 87.4%, with support also easing.
Our prediction
- Market
- Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No
- Current odds
- 1.43
- Odds at prediction
- 1.42
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 65%
- Market estimate
- 64%
- Status
- pending
The bet will be placed 1–3 hours before the match
