On Saturday night in Winnipeg, Connor Hellebuyck showcased his skills by stopping 33 shots, helping the Jets secure a 4-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators. Nikolaj Ehlers was instrumental in the win, contributing with one goal and two assists. This game marked another solid performance for the Jets, who currently hold the top spot in the NHL standings.

The action intensified in the third period when Gabriel Vilardi found the back of the net on a power play, giving Winnipeg a crucial 3-2 lead after receiving a precise one-touch pass from Ehlers. The scoring for the Jets also included contributions from Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele, both of whom found the net and provided assists. With this win, Winnipeg extended their winning streak to three games and boosted their record to an impressive 26 wins, 10 losses, and 1 overtime loss, having now triumphed in seven out of their last eight encounters.

Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 early in the second period but managed to equalize in a quick span of 2:15. Scheifele set up Connor’s blast with 7:14 remaining in the second, and shortly after, Ehlers facilitated Scheifele’s solo effort, resulting in a slick backhand goal that propelled the team forward with 4:59 left in the period.

On the Senators’ side, Tim Stutzle and Ridly Greig each scored on the power play, offering a glimmer of hope. However, Mads Sogaard, in goal for Ottawa, faced 23 shots and made 19 saves but ultimately could not hold back the surge from the Jets.

In summary, the Ottawa Senators saw their winning streak of six games come to an end, marking their second consecutive loss. Meanwhile, after a rocky beginning, Winnipeg’s leading line regained dominance, totaling three of the team’s scores. Hellebuyck’s standout third-period performance, where he made an impressive 17 saves, was key to securing the win.

Looking ahead, the Senators will travel to Minnesota for a matchup on Sunday night, while the Jets are set to welcome the Nashville Predators on Monday evening.