Game Details
The Winnipeg Jets (15-19-4) will face the Toronto Maple Leafs (18-15-6) in a Central vs. Atlantic Division matchup. Puckdrop is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET.
It will take place at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, the home venue of the Maple Leafs.
Broadcast options include ESPN for live coverage, NHL Network, and local feeds.
This is the second meeting of the season, with the Jets falling 1-7 to the Leafs in their first encounter on October 25, 2025.
Recent Team Forms
The Jets are in poor form, entering on a losing streak after a 1-3 defeat to the Edmonton Oilers.
Over their last 10 games, Winnipeg has gone 1-6-3, averaging 2.4 goals per game (GPG) while allowing 3.5 goals against (GA/G).
Their power play has been ineffective at 15.2%, and goaltending has been a concern with a .885 save percentage (SV%) in recent outings.
The Maple Leafs are coming off a 4-0 shutout win over the New Jersey Devils.
In their last 10 games, Toronto has a 5-4-1 record, scoring 3.2 GPG and allowing 2.9 GA/G.
Their defense has improved, ranking in the top 10 for shots allowed, though injuries have tested their depth.
| Team | Last 5 Games | Streak | GPG (Last 10) | GA/G (Last 10) |
| Winnipeg Jets | L-L-OTL-OTL-L | L1 | 2.4 | 3.5 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | W-L-W-OTL-W | W1 | 3.2 | 2.9 |
Injury Report
The Jets have minimal reported injuries, but defenseman Josh Morrissey is day-to-day with an undisclosed issue.
Overall, Winnipeg’s roster is relatively healthy, with no major long-term absences heading into the game.
The Maple Leafs are dealing with a lengthy injury list that could impact their lineup significantly. Forward William Nylander (lower body) and goaltender Anthony Stolarz (upper body) are out, while defenseman Chris Tanev (groin) and forward Dakota Joshua (kidney) are sidelined for extended periods.
Center Auston Matthews is a game-time decision with a lower-body injury.
| Team | Player | Status | Injury/Details |
| Winnipeg Jets | Josh Morrissey | Day-to-Day | Undisclosed |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | William Nylander | Out | Lower Body |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Anthony Stolarz | Out | Upper Body |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Chris Tanev | Out | Groin (Extended) |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Dakota Joshua | Out | Kidney (Extended) |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Auston Matthews | GTD | Lower Body |
Key Player Matchups
Injuries to Toronto’s roster will shape the key battles, particularly in the forward and defensive groups.
Kyle Connor (Jets) vs. William Nylander (Leafs): Connor (leading Jets with 4 goals in recent stats) brings scoring threat against Nylander (if available; otherwise, a mismatch favoring Winnipeg’s wing play).
This could be a high-speed duel on the perimeter.
Mark Scheifele (Jets) vs. John Tavares (Leafs): Scheifele (Jets’ points leader with 6 in previews) faces Tavares (15 goals, 21 assists for Toronto), a center matchup where faceoff control (Leafs at 52% league-wide) could dictate possession.
Connor Hellebuyck (Jets) vs. Joseph Woll (Leafs): Hellebuyck’s experience (.912 SV% projected) vs. Woll, stepping up amid Stolarz’s absence, in a goaltending battle where Toronto’s home crowd could pressure Winnipeg’s netminder.
Toronto’s depth gives them advantages if Matthews plays, but Jets could exploit defensive gaps.
Series History
The Maple Leafs hold a strong all-time edge over the Jets, with a 46-31-1-3 record in 81 regular-season meetings.
At Scotiabank Arena, Toronto has dominated recent home games. In the last 20 encounters, the Jets are 7-10-3.
Recently, Winnipeg has gone 3-6-1 in their last 10 against Toronto, including a 1-7 loss earlier this season.
Betting Trends
Toronto has a 59.3% implied win probability.
The Jets are 1-4 straight up (SU) in their last 5 against Toronto, and the over has hit in 6 of the last 10 head-to-head games.
Winnipeg is 4-6 against the spread (ATS) on the road this season, while Toronto is 12-11 ATS at home.
Game Odds
Winnipeg Jets 6.5
Toronto Maple Leafs – 142
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, December 31, 2025
