The Winnipeg Jets (23-26-9) conclude their three-game road trip this afternoon at the SAP Center, facing a San Jose Sharks (28-25-4) squad looking to build momentum in the Pacific Division. Puck drop is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. local time (4:00 p.m. ET).
Winnipeg enters today’s contest following a frustrating overtime loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, a game in which they surrendered a two-goal lead in the third period. The Jets are currently languishing near the bottom of the Central Division and desperately need points to remain relevant in the Western Conference playoff hunt. San Jose, conversely, is coming off a high-scoring 5-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers and currently holds a superior record as they push for a post-season berth.
Game Day Essentials
- Date: 01 March 2026
- Time: 4:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. PT
- Venue: SAP Center, San Jose, California
- TV/Streaming: TSN (Canada), ESPN+, NBCS-CA
Head-to-Head & Betting Odds
This is the second of three meetings between the clubs this season. San Jose took the first encounter with a 2-1 victory on 07 November 2025. Historically, the Sharks have held the upper hand, winning 27 of the 48 total games played between the franchises.
| Market | Winnipeg Jets | San Jose Sharks |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -120 | +100 |
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+195) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Over/Under | 6.5 Goals | |
Lineup Notes & Injuries
The Jets received mixed news on the injury front. Top-line centre Mark Scheifele is expected to suit up today after injury concerns, providing a massive boost to the offence. However, Vladislav Namestnikov has been ruled “week-to-week” after exiting Friday’s game against Anaheim. For the Sharks, Alex Nedeljkovic is the confirmed starter in goal as they look to “stack wins” following their defeat of Edmonton.
A notable debut is also on the cards for Winnipeg: Walker Duehr is expected to play his first game as a Jet against the very Sharks organization he finished the 2024-25 season with.
Key Storylines
- Post-Olympic Fatigue: Both teams are navigating the gruelling schedule following the February Olympic break. Winnipeg has struggled with consistency, while San Jose has shown flashes of being a genuine contender.
- Defensive Struggles: San Jose ranks 26th in the league in goals surrendered, while Winnipeg sits 25th in goals scored. The “Under” has hit in 12 of the last 16 meetings between these two teams, suggesting a tighter, lower-scoring affair than the odds might imply.
- Home Ice Advantage: The Sharks have historically dominated at the SAP Center against Winnipeg, and with the Jets playing the second half of a back-to-back, fatigue could be a factor in the final frame.