The Winnipeg Jets and Dallas Stars are set to face off in Game 3 of their Western Conference Semifinals matchup at American Airlines Center in Dallas on May 11, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET. The series is currently tied 1-1, with Winnipeg bouncing back in Game 2 with a 4-0 shutout victory. Both teams are looking to take control as the series shifts to Texas.
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Winnipeg Jets (1st Seed)
- Regular Season Record: 56-22-4
- Playoff Record: 5-3
- Last Five Games: Win, Loss, Win, Loss, Win
- Key Players:
- Kyle Connor – Leading the Jets with 41 goals and 56 assists this season.
- Connor Hellebuyck – Recorded 21 saves in Game 2’s shutout win.
- Josh Morrissey – Expected to return after missing Game 1, strengthening Winnipeg’s defense.
Dallas Stars (3rd Seed)
- Regular Season Record: 50-26-6
- Playoff Record: 5-3
- Last Five Games: Loss, Win, Win, Loss, Win
- Key Players:
- Jason Robertson – Expected to return after missing time with a lower-body injury.
- Mikko Rantanen – Has eight goals and seven assists in his last 10 games.
- Jake Oettinger – Needs a bounce-back performance after allowing four goals in Game 2.
Game Analysis & Predictions
- Winnipeg’s Strategy: The Jets will look to maintain their defensive dominance, with Hellebuyck playing a crucial role. If Morrissey returns, their blue line will be even stronger.
- Dallas’ Strategy: The Stars need Robertson back to boost their offense. They must improve their power play, which struggled in Game 2.
Game Odds
Winnipeg Jets 5.5
Dallas Stars – 148
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 10, 2025
