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Winnipeg Jets Clinch First Central Division Title with Shootout Victory

The Jets secure the top seed in the Western Conference playoffs and edge closer to their first Presidents' Trophy after a dramatic 5-4 win over the Blackhawks.

Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Carson Soucy (24) checks Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Apr 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Tyson Foerster (71) shoots and scores his fourth goal on an empty net against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Frank Nazar (91) and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) chase the puck during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) jumps to avoid a bodycheck from Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Kyle Connor and Cole Perfetti scored in the shootout, sealing the Jets' 5-4 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks and clinching their first Central Division title.
  • Josh Morrissey contributed two crucial third-period goals, while Connor added a goal and an assist in regulation to overcome an early 2-0 deficit.
  • The Jets set a franchise record with 26 road wins this season, highlighting their dominance away from home.
  • Winnipeg now holds a five-point lead in the Presidents' Trophy race with two games remaining in the regular season.
  • Forward Nikolaj Ehlers sustained an injury after a collision with an official, raising concerns as the team prepares for the playoffs.