Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in.

The Canucks have given up the eighth-fewest goals in NHL play this season, 42 (3.2 per game ... He's first on the team with 12 assists and also has scored three goals. Filip Hronek has served a team-leading 14 penalty minutes from seven penalties.

Analyzing Tuesday’s Winnipeg Jets at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.