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Gabriel Vilardi Shines as Jets Secure Eighth Consecutive Win

The Winnipeg Jets defeated the New York Islanders 4-3, with Vilardi scoring twice to achieve a career-best 24 goals this season.

Winnipeg Jets' Alex Iafallo (9) celebrates his goal on New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) during first period NHL action in Winnipeg on Friday, February 7, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Winnipeg Jets' Mark Scheifele (55) looks on as Gabriel Vilardi's (13) shot gets past New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) during second period NHL action in Winnipeg on Friday, February 7, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Feb 7, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets center Gabriel Vilardi (13) celebrates his goal with Winnipeg Jets center Mark Scheifele (55) in the second period against the New York Islanders at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Gabriel Vilardi led the Winnipeg Jets with two goals, bringing his season total to a career-high 24, in a 4-3 victory over the New York Islanders.
  • The Jets’ top line of Vilardi, Mark Scheifele, and Kyle Connor was instrumental, contributing to multiple goals and maintaining offensive pressure throughout the game.
  • Connor Hellebuyck made 32 saves, including critical stops during a third-period Islanders power play, solidifying his position as the NHL's win leader with 34 victories this season.
  • The Jets extended their winning streak to eight games, solidifying their position as one of the NHL's top teams heading into the 4 Nations Face-Off break.
  • Despite a late push from the Islanders, including a goal by Kyle Palmieri, New York struggled to match Winnipeg's depth and top-line performance, particularly in the second period.