Jets Look to Maintain Undefeated Record Against Wild in Central Division Showdown

Game outlook

The Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets are set to face off in a Central Division matchup on Sunday evening. The Wild are coming off a 3-2 win over Columbus in their season opener and still have a game against Seattle on Saturday night. The Jets are unbeaten with a 2-0 record, including a 2-1 victory over Chicago on Friday. The game will take place at the Canada Life Center in Winnipeg at 6:05 EST, with Winnipeg opening as the favorite at -168, but now sitting at -164.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wild +143 | Jets -164

Spread: Wild +1.5 (-180) | Jets -1.5 (+155)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Winnipeg will win straight-up is 62%.

Minnesota Wild

In the season opener, the Minnesota Wild secured a victory over Columbus, with goaltender Filip Gustavsson making 31 saves, including crucial ones in the final minutes. The team currently has three goalies on the roster, with veteran Marc-Andre Fleury and Jesper Wallstedt also available. Despite allowing 33 shots, the team blocked an additional 18. Offensively, Minnesota capitalized on their opportunities, going 1-for-3 on the power play. Matt Boldy stood out with a goal and two assists, with linemate Marcus Johansson adding two assists. Boldy expressed the team's desire to win and have a successful season. In terms of rankings, Minnesota is #17 in offense, #7 in defense, and currently holds a record of 1-1. Injuries include D Declan Chisholm (illness) day-to-day and RW Graeme Clarke (lower body) on the injured reserve.