Winnipeg Jets vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/2

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The Winnipeg Jets travel to face the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center. This game is set for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 8:30 PM. Fans can watch the action live on ESPN+.

The Jets, led by head coach Scott Arniel, hold a record of 22-25-7 this season. They rank 12th in the Western Conference and 6th in the Western Central Division. Meanwhile, the Stars, under head coach Glen Gulutzan, stand at 32-14-9. They are 3rd in both the conference and division rankings.

Jets vs Stars Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Winnipeg Jets vs. Dallas Stars
  • Venue: American Airlines Center
  • Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Winnipeg Jets +143, Dallas Stars -172

Winnipeg Jets Team Preview

The Winnipeg Jets have had mixed results in recent games. They secured a 2-1 win against the Florida Panthers with Mark Scheifele and Cole Perfetti contributing goals. However, they fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning, losing 4-1, despite Kyle Connor’s efforts with one goal.

In another close game, the Jets managed a 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Mark Scheifele was again a key player, with a goal and an assist. Gabriel Vilardi also added to the score with a goal and an assist.

Connor Hellebuyck has been a constant presence in goal for the Jets. He has faced a significant number of shots, making 851 saves this season. His performance will be crucial as the Jets aim for more consistent results in upcoming games.

Dallas Stars Team Preview

The Dallas Stars have been on a roll with four straight wins. They recently defeated the Utah Mammoth 3-2, showing strong offensive play with two power play goals. Wyatt Johnston led with a goal, while Jamie Benn added two assists.

In their victory against the Vegas Golden Knights, the Stars won 5-4. Mavrik Bourque stood out, scoring two goals. Sam Steel and Jamie Benn also contributed with two assists each.

Against the St. Louis Blues, the Stars clinched another win, 4-3. Matt Duchene was key, scoring two goals. The team also blocked 20 shots, showing solid defense.

BTB Betting Pick

The Dallas Stars are the favorite with a moneyline of -172. They have strong skater stats, ranking 7th in goals and 6th in assists for the season. The Winnipeg Jets are the underdog at +143, but the Stars’ consistent performance makes them the recommended pick to win the game, with a projected score of Dallas 4, Winnipeg 2.

The over/under line is set at 5.5. Both teams have solid offensive numbers, with the Stars leading in goals. Despite the Jets’ ability to score, the combined projected score is 6, suggesting that the over is a reasonable choice. This is supported by the Stars’ offensive capabilities and recent game results.