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Battle of the Slumps: Why Offense Will Rule the Night in Winnipeg

January 7, 2026 By VGK Fan Zone Staff 4 min read

Wednesday night's clash between the Winnipeg Jets and the Vegas Golden Knights features two heavyweights currently fighting through serious slumps.

A Coin-Flip Matchup

Current Form

Vegas Golden Knights

5-game losing streak

Defensive injuries mounting

Winnipeg Jets

Struggling even more

Inconsistent goaltending

Expect Goals

Key Players to Watch

Jack Eichel (VGK)

Captain needs to lead by example in desperate times

Mark Scheifele (WPG)

Winnipeg's top center ready to exploit open ice

Capitalize on the Chaos

The smart money is on goals—and lots of them. This matchup between two slumping teams should deliver offensive fireworks.

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