Winnipeg Jets vs Ottawa Senators: Players to Watch, TV, and More

The Winnipeg Jets look to win their first away game of the 2021 season against a new look Ottawa Senators. Here’s all you need to know about tonight’s game.

For the first time this season, the Winnipeg Jets are playing the second game of a back-to-back. After the Jets faced the Maple Leafs last night, they are headed to Ottawa and face off against the Senators tonight.

Last night the Jets lost their first game of the season against Toronto 3-1. The Jets were down 2-0 in the second and failed to mount a comeback. Special teams made a huge difference in this game as the Jets went zero for four on the powerplay, while Toronto scored on their lone man advantage.

Even though the Jets lost a tough one just a night ago, they have a great chance today to pick up their first two road points in Ottawa. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Central Time at the Canadian Tire Centre.

The last time out for the Senators, they lost to Toronto 3-2 in a game where they were outshot 40-19.

Betting Odds

The Action Network lists the Jets as the favorites for tonight’s contest against the Senators.

Tonight is definitely an interesting matchup. The Jets will still be without DeMelo and Poolman and could be without Patrik Laine for his second straight game, while the Senators look healthy and have a much-improved roster compared to their team of last season.

Expect this to be another tough game for the Jets that is expected to stay close till the end.

Where to Watch the Game

TV: TSN3, TSN5, TVAS

Radio: 680 CJOB

Livestream: TSN.ca, TSN app, NHL.tv