Overview
- Mark Scheifele's father, Brad, died unexpectedly the night before Game 6 of the Jets' playoff series against the Dallas Stars.
- Scheifele chose to play in the must-win game, honoring what he said would have been his father's wishes.
- He scored the game's opening goal in the second period, a poignant moment celebrated by his teammates and fans.
- The Jets lost 2-1 in overtime, with Scheifele in the penalty box for the Stars' game-winning power-play goal.
- Players and coaches from both teams, as well as the broader NHL community, offered support and condolences to Scheifele and his family.