Can the Winnipeg Jets Ignite at Scotiabank Saddledome?

As the Winnipeg Jets prepare to face off against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome on February 19, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trend. The Jets have been showing a strong offensive game, as evidenced by their last three matches where they scored an impressive total of 12 goals.

In their most recent game against the Boston Bruins, the Jets soared with a five-goal victory and demonstrated solid defensive play by limiting the Bruins to just one goal. Their shooting percentage was an outstanding fifteen percent, and they won fifty-seven percent of faceoffs, showcasing both accuracy in front of goal and dominance in possession.

Against the Detroit Red Wings prior to that, Winnipeg maintained its firepower with another five-goal performance. They were particularly effective at even strength, scoring all five goals during regular play while also blocking twenty shots defensively.

However, it wasn't all smooth flying for the Jets; they faced turbulence when pitted against Montreal Canadiens. Despite taking more shots on goal than Montreal and winning nearly half of their faceoffs (forty-six percent), they fell short in overtime with a final scoreline reflecting a narrow one-point difference favoring Montreal.

The upcoming clash will test whether Winnipeg can maintain its offensive prowess while tightening up any defensive lapses that have allowed opponents opportunities in past games. With special teams playing a crucial role in tight matches, converting powerplay opportunities could be key for success.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on ESPN+ or head down to Scotiabank Saddledome if they're looking for an electric atmosphere come puck drop at 21:00 UTC on February 19th.