The Winnipeg Jets, with a strong record of nine wins and one loss, are set to visit the Columbus Blue Jackets, who have five wins, three losses, and one overtime loss, for a game scheduled at 7 p.m. EDT on Friday in Columbus, Ohio.

The Jets enter this match following an impressive 6-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings, highlighted by two goals from Neal Pionk. Meanwhile, Columbus has secured a record of four wins and two losses at home, coupled with an undefeated five wins on the road. The Blue Jackets have a scoring differential of plus ten, and Winnipeg has won all four of their games that were decided by just a single goal.

This is the first encounter between these two teams in the current season. At present, neither team has announced any player injuries.