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Jets Take Series Lead with Game 5 Win Over Blues

Winnipeg's 5–3 victory, powered by Gabriel Vilardi's return and a strong team effort, sets up Game 6 in St. Louis.

Winnipeg Jets' Dylan DeMelo (2), Vladislav Namestnikov (7), Gabriel Vilardi (13) and Kyle Connor (81) celebrate DeMelo's goal against the St. Louis Blues during second period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
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Mar 23, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (23), Winnipeg Jets center Gabriel Vilardi (13) and Buffalo Sabres goaltender James Reimer (47) wait for an incoming shot in the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Winnipeg Jets defeated the St. Louis Blues 5–3 in Game 5, taking a 3–2 lead in their first-round playoff series.
  • Gabriel Vilardi returned to the lineup after a month-long absence, contributing immediately by taking the first shot on goal and stabilizing the top line.
  • Kyle Connor led the Jets offensively with a goal and two assists, while Mason Appleton added three assists in a standout performance.
  • Mark Scheifele left the game after the first period due to a hit by Brayden Schenn, potentially impacting Winnipeg's lineup for Game 6.
  • Nikolaj Ehlers remains in non-contact practices as he recovers from a foot injury, with no confirmed timeline for his return to play.