Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets Picks and Predictions March 16th 2025

Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets March 16th 2025

Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Jets versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Jets are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.

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Winnipeg vs. Seattle Key Information

• Teams: Jets at Kraken
• Where: Climate Pledge Arena Seattle
• Date: Sunday, March 16th
• Betting Odds WPG -176 | SEA +148 O/U 5.5

The Jets Can Win If…

With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 46-17-4. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.

All seven of the Jets’ goals came from different players. After trailing 2-0 in the first period, Winnipeg tied it up in the second and took the lead for good at 12:22 in the third. The Jets added two empty-net goals to seal the victory.

Winnipeg’s offense delivered seven goals in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with each of their seven scorers finding the net once. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, marking his third goal of the season. Alex Iafallo added his first goal of the year, while Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter.

Josh Morrissey picked up two assists, bringing his total to 13 for the season. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and scored their fourth goal on a power play. Winnipeg scored four times in the third period, including two empty-net goals.

Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals in their previous game against Tampa Bay and another that tied the score at 4-4 in the 3rd period. Connor Hellebuyck finished with 26 saves and an 86.7% save percentage, while the Jets’ defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Jets have a record of 2-1. Across these games, they have put together an puck line mark of 1-2 as well as an over-under record of 1-2.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Jets have gone 6-4 straight up. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 4-6, in addition to an over-under mark of 2-8.

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The Kraken Can Win If…

Seattle’s latest defeat, a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, dropped their record to 29-34-4. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with the first scored just 3:23 into the game. Seattle’s offense struggled, managing only 23 shots on goal and failing to score.

Seattle’s offense was held scoreless in their 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken fired 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net. They also recorded 19 giveaways, which hindered their offensive flow.

Seattle was shut out in all three periods, as the Bruins took a 2-0 lead in the first period and held it for the rest of the game.

Seattle’s defense gave up two early goals, both in the first period, with the second coming on a Bruins power play. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. The Kraken’s defense also added 4 takeaways, 18 hits, and 15 blocks.

• Seattle has put together a record of 2-1 over their past three games. Against the spread, they have gone 1-2 and logged an over-under record of 1-0-2 in these games.
• Across Seattle’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 5-5. This includes going 4-6 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 5-3-2.

The Lean

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Kraken to take down the Jets at home. With the moneyline currently at +148, I’m placing my bet on the Kraken straight-up.

Our projections have the Kraken pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Kraken, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals, we like this game to remain below that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the under.

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Golden Knights Seek Quick Rebound in Detroit

Vegas Must Bounce Back Quickly

After a disappointing shootout loss on Saturday, the Vegas Golden Knights don’t have much time to recover as they face the Detroit Red Wings Sunday afternoon. Vegas let a potential win slip away against the Dallas Stars, surrendering a late tying goal and eventually falling in the shootout. Coach Bruce Cassidy didn’t hide his disappointment, especially regarding Tomas Hertl’s decision to pass rather than shoot into an empty net late in regulation:

“I’d like to see him shoot the puck in the net and end the game. I think the whole team would like to see that.”

Players to Watch for Vegas

Vegas will lean heavily on forward Jack Eichel, who continues to showcase his playmaking ability. Forward Kyle Connor, fresh off a two-goal performance against Dallas, and goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who made 24 saves, will be critical players in Sunday’s matchup against Detroit.

Red Wings Seeking Redemption at Home

Detroit Faces Must-Win Scenario

The Detroit Red Wings enter Sunday’s game desperate for a win, having dropped seven of their last eight games. Their recent 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes further dimmed their fading playoff hopes. A particularly poor second period, where Detroit allowed three goals, highlighted ongoing issues with consistency and discipline.

Coach Todd McLellan openly expressed his frustration:

“The second period was unacceptable. It wasn’t just Carolina-inflicted; it was self-inflicted. We made some really dumb plays.”

Players to Watch for Detroit

Detroit is counting on offensive improvement from Lucas Raymond, who is currently experiencing a 10-game scoring drought. Increased scoring support from Raymond and consistent goaltending will be necessary to reverse their losing trend.

Head-to-Head Matchup Insights

This game will be the first of two matchups within a week between the Knights and the Red Wings. Sunday’s contest in Detroit provides the Red Wings a chance to leverage home ice, while Vegas looks to shake off the frustration from their recent losses and finish their road trip strongly.

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