The Winnipeg Jets, with a record of 9-5-0, prepare to face the Anaheim Ducks (10-3-1) on Sunday night. This game is the third stop on their six-game western road trip, following losses in Los Angeles and San Jose. The Jets will next travel to Vancouver, Seattle, and Calgary to complete the stretch.
The Ducks enter the matchup on a high note, having just secured a 4-3 overtime win against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday evening. Winnipeg will look to bounce back against a surprisingly strong Anaheim squad.
Forward Cole Perfetti returns from injury and is set to make his season debut on Sunday, providing a boost to the Jets' lineup.
The contest marks the third test of the season-long, six-game road trip through the westernmost clubs.
Having dropped the two opening games in Los Angeles and San Jose, the Jets will look to rebound, but will face another tough task against the surprising Ducks.
The Jets will receive a boost as injured forward Cole Perfetti makes his way back to the lineup and will make his season debut on Sunday.
Winnipeg Jets' expected line combinations for Sunday, November 9 vs. Anaheim Ducks.
Author's summary: The Jets seek to recover from early road losses as they face a surging Ducks team, with Cole Perfetti returning to bolster their lineup.