- The Colorado Avalanche and Winnipeg Jets are set to face off in the second game of a home-and-home series, with the Avalanche looking to avenge their 3-2 loss in the first matchup.
- The Jets are hoping to cut into the five-point deficit that separates them from the Nashville Predators for the final wildcard spot in the Western Conference, making this a crucial game for their playoff push.
- Both teams are confident in their abilities, with Avalanche goaltender Eric Comrie emphasizing the importance of focusing on their own processes rather than getting caught up in the pressure of the situation.