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Winnipeg Jets vs. Dallas Stars: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 1, 2024

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Dec 1, 2024 5:41 PM
The Winnipeg Jets, leading the Central Division with a 18-6 record, travel to the American Airlines Center to take on the Dallas Stars, who sit second in the division with a 14-8 record. Fresh off a strong performance from Brad Marchment, who scored two goals in their last outing, the Jets look to build on their series lead over the Stars. The puck drops at 4:30 PM on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Winnipeg Jets vs Dallas Stars

Current Odds

WPG
DAL
Over
3.5
+106
Under
3.5
-108
WPG
+1.0
-400
DAL
-1.5
+450
WPG
ML
+106
DAL
ML
-123

Jets vs Stars statistics

Stat Jets Stars
Goals For per Game 3.88 3.45
Goals Against per Game 2.50 2.68
Shots per Game 29.4 30.2
Shots Against per Game 29.8 27.2
Power Play Goals 23 13
Power Play Goals Against 13 12
Short Handed Goals 3 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 198 173
Power Play Percentage 32.4 18.6
Penalty Kill Percentage 78.3 81.5

Dallas Stars recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/29/24 vs Colorado Avalanche W 5-3
11/27/24 @ Chicago Blackhawks L 6-2
11/25/24 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 6-4
11/23/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning W 4-2
11/20/24 vs San Jose Sharks W 5-2

Winnipeg Jets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/29/24 @ Vegas Golden Knights L 4-3
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

Dallas Stars injuries

  • Logan Stankoven (C): Out
  • Roope Hintz (C): Day-To-Day
  • Nils Lundkvist (D): Day-To-Day
  • Mason Marchment (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Seguin (C): Day-To-Day

Winnipeg Jets injuries

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

Jets vs Stars game info

Type Info
Venue American Airlines Center
Location Dallas, TX
Puck drop Sun 4:30 PM

Jets vs Stars predictions

Judging from recent performances, the Winnipeg Jets seem poised to bring their A-game against the Dallas Stars. Take Kyle Connor, for example; with 13 goals and a total of 29 points this season, he’s not just firing on all cylinders—he’s setting the pace. Then there's Josh Morrissey, distributing the puck like holiday gifts with 20 assists. Both are expected to play pivotal roles. Given their form, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Connor slicing through the defense or Morrissey setting up crucial plays from the blue line.

Switching gears to the Dallas Stars, Matt Duchene appears to be the linchpin for the team’s offensive strategy. With both 12 goals and 15 assists to his name, Duchene’s ability to find the net and set up his teammates has been impressive. His knack for being in the right place at the right time could be particularly troublesome for the Jets’ defense. The Stars will likely rely heavily on him to ignite their offense and potentially turn the game in their favor.

As both teams have shown considerable skill and tenacity this season, predicting a winner isn’t straightforward. However, given the current dynamics and home ice advantage, Dallas might have a slight edge. They’ve been formidable at the American Airlines Center, boasting a strong home record. Assuming they can maintain their defensive solidity and capitalize on scoring opportunities, the Stars could very well take this one, making the most of their home crowd's energy and possibly delivering a close, thrilling victory.

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