Jets Stanley Cup Odds Keep Getting Shorter Approaching Trade Deadline

• The Jets’ Stanley Cup odds have been shortened to +750, after being as long as +1100 just two months ago
• Winnipeg is loaded with skill and depth, but Mark Scheifele is the biggest reason why they sit atop the Western Conference
• Are the Jets’ Stanley Cup odds worth a wager?

The Winnipeg Jets came within three wins of reaching the Stanley Cup Finals last May, and this year’s squad looks poised to make another deep playoff run in pursuit of hockey’s ultimate prize.

Waking up to this… ?

☝️st in the West! pic.twitter.com/PIog84FNoY

— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) February 13, 2019

The Jets, who’ve been among the favorites to win the 2019 Stanley Cup all season, entered play Thursday Night atop the Western Conference standings and have seen their odds to win the Cup shortened to +750, the lowest they’ve been all season.

2019 Stanley Cup Odds

Just two months ago, Winnipeg’s odds were as long as +1100, but after victories in 19 of their last 30 games, it begs the question: Is now the time to back the Jets?

Scheifele’s Been Spectacular

One of the biggest reasons for Winnipeg’s success this season has been Mark Scheifele.

MARK SCHEIFELE POTS HIS 30TH OF THE SEASON!#GoJetsGo pic.twitter.com/iW5OAHEpqS

— Hockey Daily (@HockeyDaily365) February 13, 2019

He’s already racked up a team leading 30 goals, and is on pace to shatter career highs in both goals and points. He’s put up 19 points in his last 17 games and has been so impressive that his head coach is predicting it won’t be long before there’s a statue of him in front of Bell MTS Place.

“There’s some Yzerman there…”

Jets coach Paul Maurice sees Stanley Cups, Jets captaincy, bronze statue in Mark Scheifele’s future https://t.co/UU6iOL3Vre #TSNHockey pic.twitter.com/w15uCVG0go

— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) February 14, 2019

His increased offensive production has been especially valuable over the last two months due to the struggles of sniper Patrik Laine.

No Laine No Problem

The Jets leading goal scorer in each of the last two seasons has been virtually invisible to start 2019, finding the back of the net just once in 18 games, while recording a mere five points during that stretch.

What’s behind Patrik Laine’s struggles? @MikeKellyNHL dives into the numbers. #NHLNow pic.twitter.com/Wud0QZlF3b

— NHL Network (@NHLNetwork) January 31, 2019

Despite Laine’s lack of production, Winnipeg has remained a contender in large part due to Scheifele, but by also getting production from all four of its lines. The fourth line, in particular, has been garnering rave reviews, after scoring in six of its past seven games, including the game winner Tuesday against New York.

Finds the twine!

?: @Copp94
?: Mason Appleton #GoJetsGo | #NYRvsWPG pic.twitter.com/4vO4uK3EQI

— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) February 13, 2019

Jump on the Jets

The Jets have one of the biggest home ice advantages in hockey and it’s likely that their already loaded roster will be improved before the trade deadline.

“If the Jets can’t land that perfect winger, of course they’ll look at a centre…but not because of the play of Bryan Little…”@GinoRedaTSN & @DarrenDreger on Little dealing with outside criticism for Laine’s struggles https://t.co/jN7wR0iKaZ @7ElevenCanada #ThatsHockey pic.twitter.com/yEAnqr6xl2

— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) February 15, 2019

Winnipeg made one of the biggest splashes at the deadline last season acquiring Paul Stastny, and with Stanley Cup ambitions running through their building this year, they’ll certainly be a player again. If they’re able to make even a small upgrade to their lineup, and shake Laine out of his slump, they’ll be one of the most dangerous teams come playoff time. Grab the +750 odds while they’re still available.