Game 15: Winnipeg Jets vs Anaheim Ducks Pre-Game Report
The Winnipeg Jets took to the ice on Saturday for an optional practice at the Honda Center as they geared up to face the red-hot Anaheim Ducks. The Jets are looking to bounce back after dropping two straight games.
Anaheim arrives on a high note after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 4–3 in overtime last night, with former Jet Jacob Trouba scoring the game-winner. That victory marked the Ducks’ 10th of the season and moved them into second place in the Western Conference.
Team Stats Overview
The Ducks currently rank 11th on the power play and 23rd on the penalty kill, showing they rely more on even-strength play than special teams. Winnipeg ranks 12th on the power play and 4th on the penalty kill, reflecting their strong defensive presence.
Key Pre-Game Updates
Mitchell Clinton reports that Cole Perfetti was taking line rushes at practice, suggesting he’s set to return to the lineup.
His update also noted that Cole Koepke did not skate with the team. Goaltender Eric Comrie will start for the Jets, marking his fourth appearance of the season.
Projected Jets Lines & Defensive Pairs
- Connor – Scheifele – Vilardi
- Namestnikov – Toews – Perfetti
- Niederreiter – Lowry – Iafallo
- Pearson – Ford – Chibrikov
- Morrissey – DeMelo
- Stanley – Pionk
- Fleury – Schenn
Projected Ducks Lines & Defensive Pairs
- Kreider – Carlsson – Terry
- Gauthier – McTavish – Sennecke
- Nesterenko – Poehling – Killorn
- Johnston – Harkins – Vatrano
Author’s Summary
The Jets aim to regain momentum against a confident Ducks squad fresh off a thrilling overtime win, with Eric Comrie starting and Cole Perfetti likely returning to action.