Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET
Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas
The Jets visit the Stars in a Central Division matchup. Winnipeg is riding a four-game winning streak after an earlier skid, while Dallas sits higher in the standings with one of the league’s better defensive records. Broadcast options include TSN3 (Jets market), Prime Video, and KDFI (Stars market). Dallas leads the season series 1-0 after a 3-2 overtime win earlier this year.
Current Player Rosters & Key Contributors
Jets (key players and projected contributors from available data):
Forwards include Kyle Connor (team scoring leader), Dawson Mercer, Gabriel Vilardi, Adam Lowry, Alex Iafallo, and supporting depth such as Morgan Barron. Defense features Josh Morrissey (when available) and Neal Pionk among key contributors. Goaltending rotation involves Stuart Skinner (primary recent starter), Nico Daws, and depth options.
Stars (key players and projected contributors):
Forwards center around Wyatt Johnston, Mikko Rantanen, Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz, and Jamie Benn. Defense relies on remaining pairs with Esa Lindell and others filling in. Goaltending is anchored by Jake Oettinger (strong recent form and high save percentage). Dallas has shown balance despite absences.
Exact projected lines can shift with morning skates, but both teams feature skilled top-six talent and structured systems under coaches Scott Arniel (Jets) and Glen Gulutzan (Stars).
Listed Injury Reports
Jets:
Nick Bjugstad (C, pectoral) – IR-LT (longer-term absence).
Vladislav Namestnikov (C/F, undisclosed) – IR.
Elias Salomonsson (D, personal/illness-related) – IR.
Additional depth notes (e.g., scratches or minor issues for players like Nino Niederreiter in some reports).
Stars:
Miro Heiskanen (D, upper body) – out (expected short-term; ruled out for this game in recent updates).
Matt Duchene (C, abdomen) – IR-LT (significant absence into the new year).
Kyle Capobianco (D, leg) – IR.
Oskar Back (C/F, finger) – IR-LT.
Dallas is missing a top defenseman and key center depth. Winnipeg is managing forward and defensive absences but has recent scoring momentum.
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Kyle Connor / Dawson Mercer vs. Dallas defense (minus Heiskanen): Winnipeg’s primary scorers test a Stars blue line dealing with absences; Dallas’s structure and elite penalty kill will be key.
Jason Robertson / Mikko Rantanen / Wyatt Johnston vs. Jets defense: Dallas’s skilled forwards against Winnipeg’s pairing and structure.
Special teams battle: Dallas holds a major edge on the penalty kill (~89.7%, among the league’s best) and a strong power play (~27.5%). Winnipeg’s PP is solid (~23.7%) but its PK ranks lower (~73.7%).
Goaltending: Oettinger (strong GAA and SV%) versus Skinner/Daws. Faceoffs also favor Dallas significantly.
Home ice and defensive metrics give Dallas an advantage in containing Winnipeg’s recent offensive surge.
Recent Team Forms
Jets (last 10: approximately 4-5-1): Strong rebound with four straight wins (including victories over New Jersey, Tampa Bay, and Vancouver). Scoring has heated up after an earlier difficult stretch. Road form will be tested.
Stars (last 10: approximately 7-2-1): Consistent and defensively sound. Recent results include wins and strong home performances. They allow among the fewest goals per game in the league and excel on special teams. Rest advantage after their last game.
Series History
Dallas leads the 2026-27 season series 1-0 following a 3-2 overtime victory (Roope Hintz notable). Recent meetings have favored the Stars in several contests, though games are often competitive.
Betting Trends
Totals hover around 5.5, reflecting Dallas’s low goals-against average and structured play versus Winnipeg’s improving offense. Special-teams disparity and home ice drive the market lean.
Dallas’s defensive structure, special-teams superiority, and home advantage should edge a competitive game. Winnipeg’s momentum makes an upset possible, but the Stars are better positioned to control play and capitalize on opportunities for a tight home win.
Game Odds
Winnipeg Jets 5.5
Dallas Stars – 167
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Wednesday, November 11, 2026
