Jets @ Avalanche prediction: Can Winnipeg back up its win?

Winnipeg Jets have the latest win, but the Colorado Avalanche gets the next chance to respond. The Jets and Avalanche meet again on September 25 before switching to regular-season business on October 7.

The Jets vs Avalanche prediction comes with a goaltending question and a lineup question. Can Winnipeg build on Stuart Skinner’s encouraging debut? And how different will Colorado look from the inexperienced side that lost their latest meeting? Those details matter more than treating one preseason score as a verdict on the rivalry.

When is Jets vs Avalanche?

The September game takes place in Denver. The October meeting reverses the matchup, with Colorado visiting Winnipeg.

What is Jets vs Avalanche prediction?

The September 25 Jets vs Avalanche prediction shows Colorado at 72% and Winnipeg at 71%. Colorado sits above Winnipeg for much of the chart, but its early advantage contracts substantially. Winnipeg briefly moves above Colorado on September 22 before the lines finish almost level.

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There is fresh evidence to challenge a strong Colorado advantage: Skinner made 31 saves in Winnipeg’s 3–1 win over the Avalanche. However, Colorado fielded an inexperienced lineup, and more regulars are expected for the Denver rematch. 

That could make repeating the result harder for Winnipeg. These are relevant developments, not confirmed explanations for the chart’s individual moves.

October 7: A new lineup and a new set of stakes

There is no prediction yet available here for the October 7 NHL season game. The September figures should not be carried across: the venue changes, roster decisions will be further along and regular-season points will be at stake.

Winnipeg’s goaltending situation and Colorado’s injury updates could also look different by then. September 25 can offer clues about individual matchups, but its result will be more useful if the same players receive meaningful minutes in October.

Jets vs Avalanche recent scores and head-to-head results

Both teams have already experienced a preseason win and loss.

In the latest head-to-head game, Gabriel Vilardi, Cole Perfetti and Dylan DeMelo scored for Winnipeg; Georgii Merkulov answered for Colorado. Winnipeg can take encouragement from the finish, while Colorado’s altered personnel limit how much the result says about a full-strength rematch.

What is at stake for the Jets and Avalanche?

September 25 is Winnipeg’s final scheduled preseason game. For players on the roster bubble, that gives each shift added weight: coaches are deciding who can handle a regular role, not simply counting exhibition wins.

October 7 brings a Central Division contest with points available. The priority shifts toward repeatable performance: controlled exits, fewer defensive breakdowns and reliable goaltending. Neither team can assume its preseason combination will remain the best answer once the competitive schedule begins.

Jets vs Avalanche team news, injuries and projected lineups

Jets: Hellebuyck’s absence changes the goaltending picture

Winnipeg Jets suspended Connor Hellebuyck after he failed to report to training camp amid his trade request. His absence is a roster issue, rather than a routine preseason rest decision, and it makes the available goalies’ performances especially significant.

Skinner’s debut strengthens his case for further work, but it does not confirm him as the starter for either upcoming meeting. Winnipeg’s crease needs to be assessed as it stands, without assuming Hellebuyck will return by October 7.

Avalanche: Makar’s readiness remains important

Cale Makar entered camp managing a lower-body injury. A September 16 report said he was expected to recover before the regular season, but that expectation does not confirm his participation against Winnipeg.

His availability could change how effectively Colorado moves the puck out of defense and builds its power play. Neither a starting goalie nor complete game-specific line combinations are confirmed here for the Avalanche.

What could decide Jets vs Avalanche?

Can Winnipeg make its goalie’s job easier?

The latest win gives the Jets confidence, but relying on another busy night in goal is a fragile plan. Cleaner puck management would reduce the pressure on whichever goalie starts and give Winnipeg more opportunities to attack with possession.

Will Colorado’s returning regulars change the matchup?

The September loss is a useful reference only if the personnel are comparable. A stronger Colorado lineup could spend more time attacking and force Winnipeg’s defense to make quicker decisions. The final team sheet will show whether that expectation becomes a real advantage.

Can either team turn preparation into regular-season points?

September offers room to test combinations; October rewards the ones that work. Winnipeg’s case improves if it combines dependable saves with tighter defending. Colorado’s improves if healthier, more settled personnel produce sustained pressure. Goaltending and confirmed availability remain the clearest unresolved factors.

FAQs about Jets vs Avalanche and the NHL season

When do the Jets and Avalanche play next?

They meet on September 25 in Denver at 8:30 p.m. ET, followed by October 7 in Winnipeg at 7:30 p.m. ET. The linked schedule above distinguishes preseason from regular-season play.

What was the score in the last Jets vs Avalanche game?

The Jets won 3–1 on September 21, 2026, in preseason.

Can I trade Jets vs Avalanche event contracts?

OG.com lists a September 25 game market, subject to eligibility and the applicable contract rules.

When does the NHL season start?

The 2026–27 regular season starts September 29, 2026.

When do NHL playoffs start?

The 2027 playoffs are expected in April, after the regular season ends April 10. The exact playoff start date is not confirmed here.

How many NHL teams are there?

There are 32 NHL teams, with 16 in each conference.

How many games are in an NHL season?

Each team plays 84 regular-season games in 2026–27, plus separate preseason and any playoff games.