Winnipeg Jets Playoff Odds: Tracking the Jets Stanley Cup Chances

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Key Takeaways:

  • 🏒 The Jets have +5500 odds to win the 2026 Stanley Cup, according to DraftKings Sportsbook, as oddsmakers see them slightly regressing after making it to the Second Round in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. 
  • 📅 As December rolls along and the season continues, Nikolaj Ehlers is gone, and the Jets will attempt to move on without him. 
  • 🐦‍🔥 Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor are the players who lead the charge on offense, and Connor Hellebuyck is the reigning Vezina Trophy winner. 
  • 🏥Hellebuyck recently returned from a long injury and hopes to put the Jets back on the right path. 

The Winnipeg Jets enter the 2025-26 season as moderate sleepers despite winning the President's Trophy. Ultimately, their odds can change over the months. 👇

What Are the Jets’ Stanley Cup Chances?

Below are the Jets NHL Stanley Cup odds

Jets Playoff Odds

+180

Jets Playoff Chances

35.7%

Jets Miss Playoffs

68.7%

Jets Stanley Cup Odds

+5500

Jets Stanley Cup Chances

1.79%

Jets Win Western Conference

+3000

Jets Win Central Division

+50000

The Jets won the Central Division last season but will have a tougher time this time around, as the Colorado Avalanche have gotten off to a scorching start and currently look like the class of the division, piling up wins and establishing themselves as an early Stanley Cup contender. Their dominant pace has put immediate pressure on Winnipeg to keep up in what’s shaping into a much tougher race.

 

Do the Jets Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?

The Jets' playoff odds are +180, which translates to a 35.7% chance. This indicates that oddsmakers are starting to wane on their playoff chances, especially after their struggles in November and early December. 

Jets Week By Week Playoff Chances

The Jets' playoff odds will vary from week to week. Check back on this page constantly over the next few months, as odds will fluctuate. 

SeptemberTBD
Preseason:+2500
Week 1-400
Week 2-425
Week 3-450
Week 4-450
Week 5-475
Week 6-310
Week 7-280
Week 8-165
Week 9-105
Week 10+105
Week 11+105
Week 12+180

 

Key Updates On Winnipeg Jets Stanley Cup Chances

The Jets have just over $3 million in cap space as the new season approaches. Now, with Nikolaj Ehlers gone, the journey back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs will get tougher. 

  • December 13, 2025: Connor Hellebuyck returns to the lineup and makes 24 saves in a 5-1 win over the Capitals. 
  • November 24, 2025: The Jets place Connor Hellebuyck on IR, meaning they will be without him for 4-6 weeks. 
  • June 25, 2025: The Jets drafted Sascha Boumedienne with their first overall pick. 
  • May 5, 2025: The Jets will have the 28th pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. 
  • April 17, 2025: The Jets extend Neal Pionk to a six-year, $42 million contract. 
     

Key Contributors Toward Winnipeg Jets Postseason Chances

Mark Scheifele, Kyle Connor, Gabriel Vilardi, and Connor Hellebuyck will be central to any Jets playoff push. Scheifele remains the engine of the offense, driving possession and producing in key moments. Connor provides elite scoring and game-breaking speed, giving Winnipeg a constant threat on the wing. Vilardi adds balance with his two-way game, secondary scoring, and ability to play in all situations. And of course, Hellebuyck is the backbone of the team and one of the NHL’s most reliable goaltenders and the biggest factor in keeping Winnipeg competitive in tight, low-scoring games.

Where Can I Bet on the Jets to Make the Playoffs?

The variety of sportsbooks gives bettors a fair share of options when to bet, and what to bet. Likewise, it is also extendable to some parts of the United States. DraftKings Sportsbook is one of the solid options, along with bet365, Caesars Ontario, and FanDuel. 

Looking Ahead: Jets Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture

What happens this season will largely depend on how they react after losing Nikolaj Ehlers. Notably, Connor Hellebuyck is the best goalie in the NHL, and Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele are their top scorers, along with defenseman Josh Morrissey. The Jets also have an emerging star in Gabe Vilardi.  

Where Do the Jets Rank in the Western Conference Playoff Picture?

The Jets won the President's Trophy but did not win the Western Conference. Currently, they are holding onto the sixth spot in the Central Division and outside the playoff picture. 

Where Do the Jets Rank in the Central Division Standings?

The Jets won the Central Division in the 2024-25 season. However, they are also in the same division as the Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche. They are currently ranked seventh in the division and will have to fight the Stars, Avs, Wild, and Mammoth to have a chance to repeat.  

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Where Do the Winnipeg Jets Rank to Win the 2025-26 Stanley Cup?

The Jets are currently the 17th-ranked team in the Stanley Cup picture. Oddsmakers don't believe they can do much, considering they were eliminated again in the Second Round. The Jets need to add more to their roster to help increase their chances. 

Who to Root for if You’re a Winnipeg Jets Fan?

The Hart & Vezina Trophy winner, Connor Hellebuyck, is the fan favorite, putting the Jets on his back for the playoff run. Fans also love Mark Scheifele, the first player the Jets drafted when they returned to Winnipeg. Kyle Connor is adored because of his ability to put pucks on the net. 

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Robert B. Hayek has been writing about sports for over a decade and is currently a member of the Gambling.com Group team. In his spare time, he runs the largest sports meetup group in Orange County, CA, actively participating in every sport imaginable. He is also a published author of five thriller novels, all available on Amazon.