Overview
- The Winnipeg Jets defeated the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in Game 2, taking a 2-0 lead in their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series.
- Kyle Connor scored his second consecutive game-winning goal early in the third period, continuing his clutch postseason performance.
- Mark Scheifele contributed a goal and an assist, maintaining his pivotal role in the Jets' offense alongside Connor.
- Connor Hellebuyck made 21 saves, helping Winnipeg secure its first 2-0 playoff series lead in three seasons.
- Blues rookie Jimmy Snuggerud scored his first playoff goal, but St. Louis struggled to convert power-play opportunities and maintain discipline.