Jets vs Hockey Club Picks and Prediction – 1/21/2025

The Winnipeg Jets (31-13-3) take on the Utah Hockey Club (19-19-7) at the Delta Center on January 20, at 8:30 PM. The Jets are riding a three-game winning streak, while Utah has lost four of the last five games. Hit the ice running with our NHL picks.

The Jets' offense is spearheaded by Kyle Connor, who has tallied 60 points (26 goals, 34 assists), and Mark Scheifele, who leads the team with 27 goals. Winnipeg's power play is a formidable weapon, converting at 32.1%, which ranks among the best in the league. They average 3.51 goals per game, ranking among the top-scoring teams in the NHL. 

Defensively, Connor Hellebuyck has been a wall in goal, boasting a 1.97 GAA and a .929 save percentage with 28 wins. The Jets' penalty kill is at a respectable 79%, helping them mitigate scoring opportunities effectively. Despite a few injuries to key players like Josh Morrissey, the depth of the Jets' roster allows them to maintain strong play on both ends of the ice.

Utah Hockey Club has struggled offensively, averaging just 2.82 goals per game. Clayton Keller leads the way with 48 points (15 goals, 33 assists), but the supporting cast has been inconsistent. Utah’s power play sits at 21.3%, lagging behind most teams. 

Defensively, goaltender Karel Vejmelka has been solid with a 2.54 GAA and a .910 save percentage, but backup Connor Ingram has not provided much support. Utah's penalty kill at 82.1% is a bright spot, but the 3.00 GAA highlights the defensive shortcomings that opponents exploit. Injuries to key players like Dylan Guenther and Robert Bortuzzo further strain the roster depth, making it tough to keep up with high-powered offenses.

The Jets' potent offense and elite goaltending will be too much for Utah to handle. Expect Winnipeg to dominate possession and capitalize on power play opportunities against Utah’s average penalty kill. The gap in scoring depth and overall team defense gives Winnipeg the upper hand. Final Score Prediction: Winnipeg Jets win 4-1.