Winnipeg Jets vs Seattle Kraken January 16th 2025

Betting on today’s Kraken and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This Western conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Kraken.

Seattle vs. Winnipeg Key Information

• Teams: Kraken at Jets
• Where: Canada Life Centre Winnipeg
• Date: Thursday, January 16th
• Betting Odds WPG -216 | SEA +180 O/U 5.5

The Kraken Can Win If…

Seattle’s record dropped to 19-23-3 after a 2-0 road loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Seattle’s offense struggled, managing 23 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.

Seattle’s offense struggled in their 2-0 loss to Boston, failing to score despite putting 23 shots on goal. The Kraken were shut out for the first time this season and had 19 giveaways.

Seattle was held scoreless in all three periods, with none of their players finding the net. This marked the first time the Kraken were shut out this season.

Defensively, Seattle gave up two early goals to Boston, the first at 3:23 in the opening period and the second at 10:03. After that, the Kraken’s defense held firm, not allowing another goal. Goalie Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle’s defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.

• Seattle will look to keep things rolling as they have put together a mark of 2-1 over their past three games. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 2-0-1.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Kraken have gone 4-6 straight up. Against the spread, Seattle went 5-5 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 7-2-1.

The Jets Can Win If…

With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 30-12-3 this season. 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 goals.

After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg took the lead for good with a goal at 7:38 in the third period, and they added two empty-net goals to secure the victory.

Winnipeg’s offense came alive in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with seven different players finding the net. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal, scoring twice on empty nets, including Cole Perfetti’s 4th goal of the season and Nikolaj Ehlers’ 9th.

Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, now with 3 goals this season. Alex Iafallo added his first goal of the year on a power play. Josh Morrissey picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 13.

Winnipeg’s defense had a rough start, giving up the first two goals of the game and another at 4-4, but they held firm after that, leading to a 7-4 victory. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the Jets’ defense added 5 takeaways and 31 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Jets have a record of 2-1. In these games, they have a 3-0 record vs the puck line and an over-under mark of 1-2.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Jets have gone 6-4 straight up. Their record vs the puck line sits at 7-3 in these matchups, while posting a 6-3-1 over-under mark.

The Lean

When it comes to a moneyline bet in this game, our analysis leans towards the Jets picking up the win. However, given the current odds of -216, I’d advise going with the puck line, as our predictions have the Jets coming out on top by more than one goal.

For a puck line pick, we are going with the Jets to win and cover. Look for the Jets to win this one by multiple goals over the Kraken.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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Jets Look to Stay Hot as Kraken Fight for Consistency

It’s game time in Winnipeg as the Jets take on the Seattle Kraken Thursday night. The Jets are flying high, sitting as the NHL’s first team to hit 30 wins, while the Kraken are looking to wrap up a bumpy road trip with a strong finish.

Jets Are Soaring

The Jets are in the zone right now. They’re coming off a dominant 6-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks and are 3-1-2 during their current eight-game homestand. Everything seems to be clicking.

• Kyle Connor is on Fire: Connor dropped a natural hat trick against Vancouver, tying Mark Scheifele for the team lead in goals with 26. He’s also seventh in the NHL with 59 points. Cool, calm, and collected, Connor’s got that scoring magic that makes every shot dangerous.
• Hellebuyck is a Brick Wall: Connor Hellebuyck leads the league with a 1.99 goals-against average and a .929 save percentage. He’s been shutting the door on opponents all season, giving the Jets the confidence to play their game.
• A Balanced Squad: Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey summed it up: “We’ve got skill, size, competitiveness—it’s all coming together. Now it’s about staying consistent and keeping this momentum going.”

Kraken’s Rollercoaster Road Trip

Seattle’s five-game road trip has been a mix of highs and lows. Big wins in Buffalo and Pittsburgh showed their potential, but rough losses in Columbus and Detroit exposed some consistency issues.

• Big Win in Pittsburgh: The Kraken battled hard for a 4-2 win over the Penguins. Joey Daccord made 31 clutch saves, while Jamie Oleksiak and Eeli Tolvanen delivered back-to-back goals to seal the deal.
• Slow Starts Are a Problem: Seattle got outshot 16-2 in the first period against Pittsburgh, something coach Dan Bylsma says they need to fix. “We’ve got to stay with it and play the full 60 minutes,” he said.
• Team Effort Shines Through: Despite the ups and downs, Seattle’s showing resilience. “We stuck with it, worked as a unit, and got the job done,” said Oleksiak.

Key Matchups

1. Jets’ Scorers vs. Kraken’s Defense:
   • Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele are lighting it up for Winnipeg, which means Kraken goalie Joey Daccord will need another big game.
2. Hellebuyck’s Dominance:
   • Breaking through Hellebuyck’s league-leading stats will be no easy task for Seattle’s offense. They’ll need sustained pressure to have a shot.
3. Consistency Is Key:
   • Winnipeg’s been steady, while Seattle’s been streaky. The Kraken need to avoid another slow start if they want to keep up.

What to Expect

The Jets are locked in and looking to keep the good times rolling. For the Kraken, it’s all about finding some consistency and ending their road trip on a high note. Both teams have something to prove, so expect a competitive and entertaining game.