The Winnipeg Jets will be without Luke Schenn for the second consecutive game tonight as they continue their road trip against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Schenn left Tuesday's practice ahead of the Jets game against the Los Angeles Kingswith "stiffness" and was announced as a game-time decision. He did not play that night, and despite skating this morning, he did not participate in any line rushes.
Similar to their matchup with the Kings, the Golden Knights roster multiple big forwards, eager to impose themselves physically on the forecheck. That style of play is common in the playoffs, and it's why the Jets acquired Schenn at the deadline.
The Jets have elected to make multiple changes to their lineup tonight, adding Jarett Anderson-Dolan in replace of David Gustafsson. Anderson-Dolan hasn't played a game with the Jets this season but has scored seven goals and 19 points in 51 games with the Manitoba Moose in the AHL.
HC Scott Arniel has also reunited the second and third lines, placing Nikolaj Ehlers back with Cole Perfetti and Vladislav Namestnikov. Perfetti will also join the first power play unit, rewarded for his strong offensive results as of late.
Finally, Eric Comrie will step in between the posts for the Jets, making his 18th start of the season. He's posted an 8-9-1 record, a .909 SV% and a 2.49 GAA. He'll duel Adin Hill, in line to make his fifth start in 10 days.
The Dallas Stars could be within two points before the Jets finish their first period tonight, increasing the need to pick up the two points tonight.
Puck drop is at 9:00 PM CST at T-Mobile Arena.
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