Jets and Sharks Prepare for High-Stakes Matchup in San Jose

San Jose, California — The Winnipeg Jets will face off against the San Jose Sharks tonight at SAP Center, kicking off at 9:00 p.m. CST. Both teams are eager to secure valuable points in their pursuit of playoff positioning.

The Jets, who opened their six-game road trip in Los Angeles, are looking to bounce back after a 3-0 loss to the Kings. Captain Adam Lowry made his season debut last game following hip surgery, contributing to the team despite the disappointing result. “I didn’t expect to feel my best or be as sharp as I’d like, but I felt like I started to get my legs under me,” said Lowry.

Winnipeg is dealing with some injuries, with forward Cole Perfetti still recovering and unlikely to play. His teammate Dylan Samberg is also skating in a non-contact jersey. In the meantime, the Jets have made strategic lineup changes to maximize their chances for victory.

The Sharks are coming off a convincing 6-1 win over the Seattle Kraken. Young stars Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith were pivotal in that game, combining for five points. However, the Sharks will be without rookie Michael Misa, who has been placed on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury.

Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky will face a tough challenge against a Jets team that ranks in the top 5 for penalty kills. In contrast, the Sharks’ power play sits at 13th, and their penalty kill ranks 25th in the league.

Tonight marks the first of three meetings between these Western Conference rivals this season. The Jets have historically performed well against the Sharks, winning five consecutive matchups. With both teams hungry for a win, fans can expect an exciting, fast-paced game.

Puck drop is set for 9 p.m. CST, and local broadcasts will feature coverage on TSN3.