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Winnipeg Jets Set to Battle Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre

As the Winnipeg Jets prepare to face off against the Montreal Canadiens at the iconic Bell Centre, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent success on the ice. The Jets have been soaring high with a string of victories that have showcased their offensive prowess and goaltending strength.


Jan 21, 2023; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Winnipeg Jets center Mark Scheifele (55) skates to the bench after scoring a goal in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, the Winnipeg Jets have secured two wins and one loss, demonstrating a solid performance overall. The team's shooting percentage has been impressive, with a notable 14.8 percent against Buffalo Sabres and 10 percent against Pittsburgh Penguins. This indicates that when they shoot, they're scoring more often than not.


The powerplay opportunities haven't been abundant for the Jets in these past games; however, they've managed to capitalize on them occasionally. Their penalty kill has also been effective, maintaining strong defense during shorthanded situations.


Goaltending has played a crucial role in their recent success as well. With save percentages consistently above 95 percent in two out of three games, it's clear that whoever is between the pipes for Winnipeg is providing them with a chance to win night after night.


Faceoffs are another area where Winnipeg has shown competence but also room for improvement. Winning over half of faceoffs in two out of three matches suggests decent control over puck possession from game starts and following stoppages in play.


As we look towards this upcoming match at Bell Centre – an arena known for its electrifying atmosphere – it will be interesting to see how both teams respond to the energy within those walls. The Canadiens will undoubtedly want to leverage home-ice advantage while the Jets aim to silence the crowd early with their offensive firepower and tight goaltending.


Fans can catch all this action on January 18th through various broadcast networks including ESPN+ (Internet), TSN2 (TV), TSN3 (TV), and RDS (TV). Don't miss what promises to be an exciting clash as these two teams go head-to-head in one of hockey's most storied venues.

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