Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL clash on January 29, 2026, between the Winnipeg Jets and Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, FL, promises an exciting hockey showdown. This matchup features two teams with contrasting recent performances and intriguing betting trends that savvy bettors should consider.

Tampa Bay Lightning enters this game with a solid home record of 14-9 and an overall strong season standing, holding a 33-18-0 record. Their powerplay percentage stands at 13.41%, penalty kill at 87%, and 5-on-5 scoring efficiency is impressive, contributing to their dynamic offense averaging 3.45 goals per game. Their starting goalie, likely Andrei Vasilevskiy, has been a reliable presence, despite a few recent tough outings. The Lightning's recent games have leaned towards under totals, with several matches finishing below 6.5 goals.

On the other side, the Winnipeg Jets have struggled on the road with a 9-16 away record and an overall 21-31-0 season tally. Their powerplay is slightly less effective at 11%, and penalty kill percentage is around 83%, which could be a factor against Tampa Bay's aggressive offense. Winnipeg's starting goalie, Connor Hellebuyck, is expected to play despite some minor injury concerns, which may impact their defensive stability. The Jets have been involved in higher scoring games recently, often pushing the over 6.5 total points.

The odds favor Tampa Bay Lightning with a moneyline of -195 and a puck line of -1.5 at +130, while the Jets stand at +171 moneyline and +1.5 puck line at -150. The total is set at 6 goals with the under favored at -120. Bettors should consider these betting trends and the recent performance stats to make informed wagers.

In their previous encounter on November 14, 2024, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Winnipeg Jets 4-1, a game that also went under the total points line. You can check out the details of that exciting game in the November 14, 2024 matchup recap. For more detailed insights, our BetOnline sportsbook review offers the best odds and betting options for this game.