Winnipeg Jets - Arizona Coyotes predictions and free betting tips [25/02/2024]

The Arizona Coyotes will be facing off against the Winnipeg Jets in an NHL regular season match.

Arizona Coyotes

The Arizona Coyotes are going through a rough patch, extending eleven straight losses that has amplified their 14-point drop from the play-off zone in the Western conference. The recent defeats against the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers with a score of 6:3 have further compounded the team's situation. Under these circumstances, Coach Andre Tourigny is tasked with maintaining the work ethic and morale of his young team, especially approaching the transfer deadline on March 8th.

The team's roster has been altered, with Adam Ruzicka being placed on the termination list following an incident involving a published video with white powder and a bank card.
On the offensive front, Clayton Keller continues to stand out, becoming the sixth player in Coyotes history to score over 50 points for three consecutive seasons. His current contribution consists of 22 goals and 51 points over 55 games. The goalie line with Connor Ingram noting stats of 17-14-2, 2.76 goals against per game, and a save percentage of 91.2%, although he suffered an injury in February, and Karel Vejmelka, who started two out of three games following Ingram's injury. The team's overall statistic at this point includes 24 victories, 31 losses with an average of 2.87 goals scored per game and 3.24 allowed, showing a power play percentage of 21.5% and penalty kill efficiency of 79.2%.

Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets have demonstrated strong performances this season, particularly against teams from the Central League where they have shown a 14-3-1 record. Against this backdrop, the team faces new challenges, endeavouring to integrate all players and utilise their potential to its fullest.

Nikolaj Ehlers broke his ten-game goal-drought by scoring two critical overtime goals in the victorious match against the Chicago Blackhawks with a scoreline of 3:2. After line alterations where Ehlers was helped by new linemates, both he and his line were able to improve their game, highlighted by Head Coach Rick Bowness. The Winnipeg Jets, having 38 victories, 17 losses and successfully overcoming Chicago in overtime, have demonstrated an ability to rally even after losing the advantage. The team scores an average of 3.05 goals per game while allowing 2.35, demonstrating balance in their attack and defence.

Team leaders Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Nikolaj Ehlers are actively participating in the offence, while Connor Hellebuyck is confidently playing in goal with a save percentage of 92.5%. Winnipeg continues to showcase its competitiveness, preparing for the upcoming matches against the St. Louis Blues, Dallas Stars, and Carolina Hurricanes. Russian Vladislav Namestnikov has accumulated 6 goals and 19 assists over 52 matches. Connor is leading Winnipeg with 21 goals, and Josh Morrissey has 34 assists.

Head-to-Head

In the recent meetings between the Coyotes and Jets, Winnipeg has demonstrated its supremacy by winning the series of nine games straight. Starting from January 16, 2023, when the Jets beat the Coyotes with a score of 2:1, they continued their winning streak in subsequent games, with the last encounter on January 8, 2024, being a convincing victory with a scoreline of 6:2. This streak includes matches with varying scores, including 5:2 on November 19, 2023, and 5:3 on November 4, 2023, highlighting Winnipeg's steadiness and power in confrontations with Arizona.

Prediction for the match Arizona Coyotes - Winnipeg Jets

The Jets have been triumphant in 4 out of their last 5 games and are displaying an exceptional defence performance. The Coyotes are hit by scandals, like the one involving Ruzicka, and they have already missed their chances at the play-offs: they are trailing the currently 8th ranked Nashville by 14 points. My stake goes to Winnipeg.