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Jets Force Game 6 with Dominant Shutout Over Stars

Winnipeg stays alive in the series as Connor Hellebuyck records his second shutout, but must overcome road struggles to avoid elimination in Dallas.

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) makes a save on a Dallas Stars shot as Tyler Seguin (91) and Thomas Harley (55) look for the rebound during second period NHL playoff hockey action in Winnipeg, Thursday, May 15, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Greenslade
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Morgan Barron #36 of the Winnipeg Jets shoots against Jake Oettinger #29 of the Dallas Stars during the second period at American Airlines Center on April 10, 2025 in Dallas, Texas.
Winnipeg Jets' Mark Scheifele (55) celebrates his goal against Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) with Kyle Connor (81) during second period NHL playoff hockey action in Winnipeg, Thursday, May 15, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Greenslade

Overview

  • The Winnipeg Jets defeated the Dallas Stars 4-0 in Game 5, cutting the Stars’ series lead to 3-2 and forcing Game 6 in Dallas on Saturday.
  • Connor Hellebuyck made 22 saves for his second shutout of the series, extending his home shutout streak to over 141 minutes.
  • Nikolaj Ehlers scored twice, while Mark Scheifele and Vladislav Namestnikov added goals to power Winnipeg’s offense in front of a strong home crowd.
  • Dallas captain Jamie Benn was fined $5,000 for a late-game sucker punch on Scheifele, avoiding suspension for Game 6.
  • The Jets remain winless on the road this postseason (0-5) and must secure their first away victory to force a Game 7 back in Winnipeg on Monday.