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GM 13 Preview: Winnipeg Jets @ Tampa Bay Lightning

The Winnipeg Jets 2026-27 season has taken a serious downturn in the past two weeks, as our hockey team hasn’t been able to pick up a win since way back on October 13th. Now mired in a 6 game losing…

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 8:23 PM
GM 13 Preview: Winnipeg Jets @ Tampa Bay Lightning
Key Things to Know
  • The Winnipeg Jets face the Tampa Bay Lightning while attempting to snap a six-game losing streak.
  • Winnipeg holds a 4-5-3 record and has earned only one point out of 12 during their slump.
  • The Tampa Bay Lightning enter the matchup with a 7-3-1 record following several days of rest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Winnipeg Jets look to end a six-game losing streak as they visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday evening. Winnipeg has struggled offensively during the slump, earning just one point across six games and scoring only 10 goals in that span. Following a lopsided defeat against the Florida Panthers, head coach Scott Arniel's squad enters the matchup tied for second-to-last place in the Central Division with a 4-5-3 record.

Tampa Bay enters the contest with a 7-3-1 record after dropping the final two games of a recent road trip. The Lightning hold games in hand over division rivals and have remained inactive since Saturday. Goaltender Stuart Skinner has posted a positive Goals Saved Above Expected metric, giving Winnipeg an edge in net as they attempt to counter Tampa Bay's superior shot and scoring differentials.

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