The Winnipeg Jets suffered another defeat on Saturday, this time against the Ottawa Senators with a 3-2 score late in the game. The Jets’ penalty kill (PK) was unable to keep Ottawa off the board when it mattered most, resulting in a disappointing end to the night. The game began with a lot of excitement for netminder Connor Hellebuyck, who was playing in his 500th NHL game. However, the evening ended on a sour note as Winnipeg suffered their sixth consecutive loss (0-5-1). The team will have a day off today and will be back in action on Monday to take on the Kings.
Meanwhile, the Moose took a break on Saturday after earning three of four points against the Marlies, including a 4-3 victory on Friday afternoon. Today, they are scheduled to practice before heading to Abbotsford to face the Canucks in a pair of games on Tuesday and Wednesday. Despite Manitoba not being in action yesterday, they received some positive news on the out-of-town scoreboard, with the two teams trailing them for the final playoff spot both suffering losses.
In other Jets news, the disappointing performance of the team has led to fans booing them off the ice after their sixth straight loss. Despite the fourth straight sellout at the recent game, the effort displayed by the team was deemed insufficient by the fans. Additionally, Connor Hellebuyck’s 500th game was overshadowed by the loss. The Ottawa Sun reported on the Senators’ win over the Jets, providing a perspective from a writer who covers the Jets’ opponent.
The skid for the Jets hits six games, and things have gone from bad to worse in Jetsland, as reported by the Winnipeg Free Press. The NHL.com also covered the Senators handing the slumping Jets their sixth straight loss and provided a perspective from both the Jets and Senators room.
On the audio front, the Illegal Curve Hockey Show’s Saturday Podcast discussed various topics, including the return of Gabriel Vilardi and his impact on the power play, the Jets having a full lineup with recent trade acquisitions, the possibility of Winnipeg returning to their previous defensive form, Logan Stanley’s recent play, Cole Perfetti’s role in the present and future, the next wave of prospects, and a Moose Minute.
The Winnipeg Jets’ losing streak is undoubtedly disappointing for the team and its fans. Hopefully, with their upcoming game against the Kings, they can turn the tide and secure a much-needed victory to boost the team’s morale.