In an impressive display, Jets’ goaltender Connor Hellebuyck secured his second shutout of the playoffs, making 13 saves in the third period alone as the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Dallas Stars 4-0. This victory keeps the Jets alive in their playoff series, though the Stars still lead the best-of-seven matchup 3-2. Game 6 is scheduled to take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET.
Mark Scheifele was instrumental for the Jets, contributing a goal and an assist, while Vlayislav Namestnikov added another goal to the tally. The Jets demonstrated their depth as Kyle Connor and Neal Pionk each recorded two assists during the game.
Scheifele opened the scoring at 6:17 of the second period with a fortunate play; his centering pass deflected off the sticks of two Dallas players before finding the back of the net. The Jets capitalized on a 5-on-3 power play early in the third period, with Nikolaj Ehlers curling a close shot around Stars’ goaltender Jake Oettinger to extend the lead to 2-0 at 2:20. Namestnikov then increased the cushion to 3-0 with a power-play goal at 12:07. Ehlers capped off the night by scoring into an empty net at 19:15, sealing a dominant performance for the Jets.
The result highlights the Jets’ resilience as they aim for a comeback in the series. A win in Game 6 would keep their championship hopes alive, inspiring fans and players alike as they prepare for the challenging road ahead.