Overview
- The Winnipeg Jets have called up forward Brayden Yager from the WHL's Lethbridge Hurricanes for Game 6 against the St. Louis Blues.
- Mark Scheifele, who has two goals and four assists in the series, has been ruled out of Game 6 due to injury sustained in Game 5.
- Yager, acquired in an offseason trade with Pittsburgh, posted 84 points in 54 WHL games this season and has represented Canada at the World Juniors.
- If Yager plays, it will mark his NHL debut, bolstering Winnipeg's depth as they aim to secure a 4–2 series victory.
- The Jets lead the first-round series 3–2 and look to advance in St. Louis after a pivotal Game 5 win.