The Winnipeg Jets travel to Dallas on Oct. 22, and NHL.com has released the expected lineups, along with a list of scratches and injury concerns for both clubs.
Key points
- Brayden Yager is set to make his NHL debut for the Jets after being recalled from the AHL.
- Dallas’ backup goalie Casey DeSmith missed the morning skate due to illness but is expected to dress.
- Injuries to Josh Morrissey (upper body) and Vladislav Namestnikov (undisclosed) leave the Jets shorthanded on defense.
- David Perron remains a scratch for the Stars as coach Glen Gulutzan gives him extra practice time.
The Winnipeg Jets (4‑3‑2) are slated to open the night at the Dallas Stars (5‑3‑1) at 8 p.m. ET on Oct. 22, with the game broadcast on KDFW 4, Prime Video and TSN 3, according to NHL.com.
The Jets’ projected forward trio features Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele and Cole Perfetti, while Alex Iafallo, Viggo Björck and Gabriel Vilardi round out the second line. On the blue line, Isak Rosen, Adam Lowry and rookie Brayden Yager are listed, with Yager set to make his NHL debut after a recall from Manitoba of the AHL. The team also lists Nino Niederreiter, Morgan Barron and Brad Lambert on the third line, and a fourth line of Dylan Samberg, Neal Pionk and Mario Ferraro. Goaltending is expected to be shared by Dylan DeMelo and Haydn Fleury, with Clay Stevenson as backup. Jack St. Ivany and Cole Koepke are scratched, and the Jets are dealing with upper‑body issues for defenseman Josh Morrissey and an undisclosed ailment for forward Vladislav Namestnikov.
Projected Jets lineup
Dallas projects a top line of Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz and Tyler Seguin, with Sam Steel, Wyatt Johnston and Mikko Rantanen on the second line. The third unit lists Justin Hryckowian, Arttu Hyry and veteran Jamie Benn, while the fourth line features Joel Kiviranta, Radek Faksa and Colin Blackwell. Defensemen Thomas Harley, Miro Heiskanen, Lian Bichsel, Nils Lundkvist, Kyle Capobianco and Tyler Myers round out the blue‑line rotation. Jake Oettinger is expected to start in goal, with Casey DeSmith listed as the backup despite missing the morning skate due to illness. David Perron is scratched, and the Stars are coping with a finger injury to Oskar Bäck, lower‑body issues for Matt Duchene and Esa Lindell.
Additional notes from the preview indicate that Yager’s debut follows his recall on Monday, while Koepke’s limited minutes in a recent loss suggest a healthy‑scratch decision. DeSmith’s illness is not expected to keep him out of the roster, and Stars coach Glen Gulutzan prefers to give Perron more practice time before inserting him into the lineup.
Projected Stars lineup
Both clubs enter the matchup with several roster questions that could influence early‑season chemistry. The Jets will look to integrate Yager and manage the absence of Morrissey, while the Stars aim to solidify goaltending depth and assess the health of key forwards ahead of a busy schedule.
Reader questions
When is Brayden Yager expected to play his first NHL game?
According to the NHL.com preview, Yager will make his season debut for the Jets on Oct. 22 after being recalled from Manitoba of the AHL on Monday.
Why is David Perron listed as scratched for the Stars?
Stars coach Glen Gulutzan has kept Perron out of the lineup to allow him more practice time before inserting him into game action.
Who will back up Jake Oettinger in goal for Dallas?
Casey DeSmith is listed as the backup goaltender; although he missed the morning skate due to illness, he is expected to dress for the game.
Source: nhl.com
