In an exciting Western Conference semifinal matchup, the Winnipeg Jets secured a decisive victory over the Dallas Stars with a score of 4-0, thus forcing a sixth game in the series.
With Edmonton awaiting the winner in the conference final, the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Jets staved off elimination and now prepare for Game 6 in Dallas.
Hellebuyck Shines Under the Goalposts
Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck was the key figure of the match, making 22 saves and securing his second shutout in these playoffs.
Ehlers and Scheifele Lead the Offense
Nikolaj Ehlers shined with two goals, while Mark Scheifele and Vladislav Namestnikov also contributed with scores to back up Hellebuyck’s performance.
For his part, Jake Oettinger, Dallas’s goalie, made 31 saves, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Jets’ attack.
Stars captain Jamie Benn was assessed a misconduct penalty and could face a suspension for Game 6.
Scheifele opened the scoring at 6:17 of the second period with a shot that deflected off two Dallas players.
Ehlers extended the lead to 2-0 in the third period.
Namestnikov scored on another power play, and Ehlers sealed the score with an empty-net goal in the final minute.
Scheifele also added an assist, while Kyle Connor and Neal Pionk each contributed two assists, helping the Jets improve their home record to 6-1 this postseason.
