Kings Notes:
Kings captain Anze Kopitar recorded the game-winning goal against the Senators on Thursday night, snapping his four game goalless mini-rut. Kopitar's goal was the eighth of the season and leads the team in both goals (8) and points (16)
This is the first Kings game in Winnipeg versus the Jets in 634 days.
Jets Notes:
After missing five games due to Covid protocols, Jets captain Blake Wheeler has recorded three assists in six games.
The Jets enter Saturday's tilt having recorded points in nine of their last 10 games, going 7-1-2.
Who to Watch:
Brendan Lemieux, who is undefeated when in the Kings lineup (8-0-0). Without the power forward in the lineup, the Kings are winless (0-5-1).
Kyle Connor, who leads the Jets in goals (10) and points (18). Connor ranks fourth in the NHL in goals and fifth in points.