NHL: Stars vs. Jets Picks — Series Schedule, Odds, and Prediction

The Dallas Stars will be the clear favorites to progress through to the conference finals this season. However, they will need to overcome a poor recent record against the Winnipeg Jets after losing three of the four regular season matchups between the sides.

This will be the first playoff meeting between the teams. But, which side will take a step closer to achieving their dreams?

Series Odds

Stars vs. Jets Series Schedule

Stars vs. Jets: Head-to-Head Record

The Winnipeg Jets will take confidence from their recent meetings with the Stars this season. The Jets have won each of their last two, and four of their last five against the Stars.

Their latest win was achieved in mid-April, as they landed a dominant 4-0 win at the American Airlines Center.

Season Overview

Stars Route to Second Round

The Dallas Stars showcased their playoff credentials with a battling display against the Colorado Avalanche in the opening round. They eventually came through with a game seven win on home ice on Sunday.

Stars Injury News

Jason Robertson should be fit enough to return during this playoff series. Miro Heiskanen is also nearing a return. However, Nils Lundkvist is out until the start of next season.

Jets Route to Second Round

The Jets also overcame a huge game seven showdown in the first round of the playoffs, as they eventually beat the St. Louis Blues following two periods of overtime. Their character ensures that they will be difficult to bet against in the playoffs this season.

Jets Injury News

Josh Morrissey is expected to return for the opening game of the series against the Stars. Meanwhile, Logan Stanley and Mark Scheifele could also return at some point during the series.

Stars vs. Jets Series Picks

It has been a record-breaking season for the Jets, but their performance levels have dipped slightly since the start of the playoffs.

The Stars may have a poor record against their opponents, but this stage of the season is typically when the team reach their peak level of performance.