By: Kim Smith Published 01/22/2026, 06:40 AM ET 
The Florida Panthers travel north to face the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, January 22, 2026, with puck drop scheduled for 8:00 PM EST at Canada Life Centre. This matchup will be televised on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports. Florida enters as a slight road favorite at -115 on the moneyline, while Winnipeg is listed at -105. The total is set at 5.5 goals, with the Over at -130 and the Under at +110. Be sure to check out our free NHL picks for more daily NHL betting insights.
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Terms & Conditions Panthers Trying to Stabilize on the Road
Florida Panthers come into this matchup with a 25-20-3 overall record and an 11-10-0 mark on the road. Over their last five games, the Panthers have recently won over the Capitals, Sabres, and Senators, but have also recently lost to the Sharks at home and suffered a lopsided road loss to the Hurricanes. That stretch reflects a team capable of strong road performances, though defensive consistency has been an issue.
From a statistical standpoint, Florida is averaging 3.0 goals per game while allowing 3.31 goals against. They generate 29.1 shots per game and allow 26.3 shots against, suggesting solid puck possession. Special teams have been mixed, with an 18.2 percent power play and a strong 82.2 percent penalty kill.
One aspect that stands out for Florida is their ability to create offensive pressure through volume shooting. When the Panthers establish sustained zone time, they can wear opponents down, but penalties and defensive breakdowns have often offset that advantage.
Jets Looking to Build Momentum at Home
Winnipeg Jets enter this contest with a 20-23-6 overall record and a respectable 12-9-4 record at home. In their last five games, the Jets have recently won over the Blues, Wild, and Islanders, while also recently losing to the Blackhawks and Maple Leafs. That recent run highlights a team that has been competitive but prone to close losses.
Statistically, Winnipeg is averaging 2.98 goals per game while allowing 3.06 goals against. They take 26.3 shots per game and allow 28 shots against, which has put added pressure on their defensive zone coverage. Their special teams include a 20.3 percent power play and a 78.9 percent penalty kill.
The Jets’ biggest strength has been their ability to capitalize on opportunities at home. When they convert chances early, Winnipeg becomes much more difficult to play against in front of their home crowd.
Florida Panthers vs Winnipeg Jets PickFlorida Panthers vs Winnipeg Jets Pick Pick: Florida Panthers moneyline
Florida gets the nod here due to their stronger shot metrics and penalty kill, which should be important in a tight matchup. The Panthers’ ability to generate offense at even strength gives them a slight edge in what projects to be a closely contested game.
Florida Panthers vs Winnipeg Jets Total Pick
I’m backing the under because both teams have shown a tendency to play tighter games when facing comparable competition. With the total set at 5.5 and both clubs capable of slowing the pace, this matchup sets up for limited scoring chances and strong goaltending stretches.
Final Score Prediction: Florida Panthers 3, Winnipeg Jets 2
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Wednesday.
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