NHL Betting Preview: Kraken vs Jets
The Seattle Kraken meet the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre, with face-off scheduled for 19:30 on Monday, April 6.
Jets to Come Out on Top
We’re keeping our prediction nice and simple by heading to the 3-Way Moneyline. Take the -103 that the Jets are able to secure a regulation time win when clashing with the Kraken.
Teams’ Last Clash Saw 5-3 Kraken Win
Seattle Kraken have lost in their previous four outings. In a recent home game at Climate Pledge Arena, they were turned over 4-2 by Chicago Blackhawks. Kaapo Kakko and Jaden Schwartz each scored one goal.
Winnipeg Jets won their last game 2-1. This was a road victory at Nationwide Arena against Columbus Blue Jackets. Kyle Connor was on target with both goals. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck made a total of 15 saves (.938).
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Kraken have beaten the Jets in the last two encounters. They won 3-0 at Canada Life Centre and triumphed 5-3 at Climate Pledge Arena. In the past 10 H2H meetings, the Jets have won six.
Starting Goalies
Joey Daccord (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
19-19-6
3
.897
2
23/24
19-18-11
2.46
.916
3
Connor Hellebuyck (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
21-21-11
2.8
.898
0
23/24
37-19-4
2.39
.921
5
Seattle Kraken – Last 10 Games
2 wins, 6 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 24.8 shots on goal, with a 6.5% powerplay efficiency. The Kraken have been giving up 3.8 goals from 28.6 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.1%.
Kaapo Kakko is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Bobby McMann recording 9 points, 6 goals and 3 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Philipp Grubauer have a 2.95 goal against average with a .898 save percentage.
Winnipeg Jets – Last 10 Games
The Jets have 5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.6 goals from 26.2 shots on goal, with a 11.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.8 goals from 25.4 shots, averaging 2.9 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.3%.
The top points scorer is Kyle Connor with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, while Mark Scheifele is next in line after registering 12 points, 3 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck have a 2.64 GAA with a .893 SV%.
Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets Prediction & Picks
We cover the key Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
Winnipeg Jets look value on the 60-minute line and our pick is that they will claim a victory in this NHL clash. We’re happy to take the -103 that the home team win in regulation time.
Team news and current form always play a key role in shaping our expert hockey picks. We also dig into the latest stats and trends to help deliver the most accurate NHL predictions possible.
Key Kraken vs Jets stats:
Jets have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.Jets have won 3 of their last 5 games.Kraken have lost their last 4 games.Kraken have lost 8 of their last 10 games.Kraken have lost 14 of their last 20 games.Jets have won 6 of their last 10 games against Kraken.Jets 3-Way Moneyline Probability
According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 50.8% chance of winning. However, our analysts research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Bobby McMann (Kraken) has recorded Over 2.5 shots on goal in 4 straight games on the road. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of +140 are now available.
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Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Jets Moneyline Odds Suggest Victory
The sportsbooks have Winnipeg Jets at -172 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 63% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. The market suggests that Seattle Kraken are least likely to win at +142.
The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you fancy Over 5.5, this outcome can be backed at -120.
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Kyle Connor Favorite to Score the First Goal
There is +125 available that Kyle Connor finds the net at anytime. If you’re interested in the favorite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +850.
Player Goals
Kyle Connor (Jets)
Mark Scheifele (Jets)
Gabriel Vilardi (Jets)
Bobby McMann (Kraken)
Player Assists
Mark Scheifele (Jets)
Kyle Connor (Jets)
Josh Morrissey (Jets)
Gabriel Vilardi (Jets)
Player Shots
Kyle Connor (Jets)
Mark Scheifele (Jets)
Bobby McMann (Kraken)
Cole Perfetti (Jets)
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Seattle Kraken Stats
Winnipeg Jets Stats
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.40 pts and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 5.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.2
Shots: 24.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 7.9
Blocks: 11.7
Faceoff Wins : 26.2
Hits: 17
Giveaways: 14.4
Takeaways: 5
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 25
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 7.1
Blocks: 12.2
Faceoff Wins : 25.1
Hits: 15.9
Giveaways: 14.7
Takeaways: 4.5
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 26.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 2.9
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.5
Blocks: 13
Faceoff Wins : 26.1
Hits: 20.8
Giveaways: 13.3
Takeaways: 4
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.2
Shots: 25.6
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.3
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 5.4
Blocks: 13
Faceoff Wins : 28.3
Hits: 21.6
Giveaways: 14
Takeaways: 4.3
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Paul Boucher
Senior NHL Analyst
About the Analyst
Paul Boucher is a Senior NHL Analyst and Head of the Ice Hockey Editorial Betting Panel with over 15 years of experience as a sports journalist and betting analyst. Based in Montreal, he provides first-hand insight through regular attendance at the Bell Centre, utilising advanced metrics to identify market value across key game lines, player props and same game parlays.
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