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The Winnipeg Jets (31-30-12) take on the Chicago Blackhawks (27-34-13) in NHL action on Tuesday, starting at 8:30 p.m. ET at United Center and broadcast on ESPN+. The Jets rank 12th with 74 points and the Blackhawks are 15th with 67 points in the Western Conference.
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Jets vs. Blackhawks: March 31 Viewing Options
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Venue: United Center
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
Jets' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.84 | 24th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.03 | 13th |
| Shots | 26.3 | 24th |
| Shots Allowed | 27.9 | 17th |
| Power Play % | 17.16% | 28th |
| Penalty Kill % | 78.33% | 21st |
Blackhawks' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.55 | 30th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.23 | 25th |
| Shots | 24.5 | 32nd |
| Shots Allowed | 30.4 | 31st |
| Power Play % | 17.84% | 25th |
| Penalty Kill % | 84.16% | 1st |
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Jets vs. Blackhawks Top Players
Jets
- One of Winnipeg's top offensive options this season is Mark Scheifele, who has recorded 89 points in 73 games.
- Kyle Connor is another of Winnipeg's important contributors currently with 83 total points (33 goals and 50 assists) to his name.
- On 136 shots (for 28 goals) and 34 assists, Gabriel Vilardi has contributed 62 points this season.
- As Winnipeg's top goalie, Connor Hellebuyck has recorded 19 wins and 20 losses this season while giving up 140 goals with 1,244 saves.
Blackhawks
- Connor Bedard's 67 points make him a pivotal offensive option for Chicago. He has 30 goals and 37 assists in 61 games.
- Tyler Bertuzzi is a leading scorer for Chicago with 53 total points this season. He has scored 29 goals and added 24 assists in 71 games.
- Frank Nazar's 14 goals and 24 assists add up to 38 points this season.
- Spencer Knight is 18-21-10 in 49 games this season, conceding 133 goals (2.7 goals against average) with 1,306 saves and a .908 save percentage (16th in the league).
Jets vs. Blackhawks Injury Report
Jets
Colin Miller: Out (Knee),
Nino Niederreiter: Out (Lower Body),
Vladislav Namestnikov: Out (Lower Body),
Morgan Barron: Out (Concussion)
Blackhawks
Shea Weber: Out For Season (Ankle),
Oliver Moore: Out (Lower Body),
Artyom Levshunov: Out For Season (Hand),
Andrew Mangiapane: Out (Upper Body),
Matt Grzelcyk: Out For Season (Upper Body)
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Jets' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Golden Knights | W 4-1 | Home |
| 3/26/2026 | Avalanche | L 3-2 | Home |
| 3/28/2026 | Avalanche | W 4-2 | Away |
| 3/31/2026 | Blackhawks | - | Away |
| 4/2/2026 | Stars | - | Away |
| 4/4/2026 | Blue Jackets | - | Away |
| 4/6/2026 | Kraken | - | Home |
Blackhawks' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Flyers | L 5-1 | Away |
| 3/27/2026 | Rangers | L 6-1 | Away |
| 3/29/2026 | Devils | L 5-3 | Away |
| 3/31/2026 | Jets | - | Home |
| 4/2/2026 | Oilers | - | Away |
| 4/4/2026 | Kraken | - | Away |
| 4/6/2026 | Sharks | - | Away |