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Jets prevail in battle of NHL’s best, win OT thriller against Capitals
The Capitals overcame a two-goal, third-period deficit, with Alex Ovechkin scoring the tying goal at 12:21, before the Jets prevailed 5-4 in overtime for their sixth straight win. Defenseman Josh Morrissey, who will represent Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off from Feb. 12-20, scored the game-winning goal at 1:57.
Jets-Capitals midseason showdown of the top teams in the NHL lives up to that billing
A midseason showdown between the top two teams in the NHL lived up to that billing as the Winnipeg Jets beat the Washington Capitals 5-4 in overtime.
Trades involving the Capitals, Kings and Jets have worked out for all three teams, an NHL rarity
Saturday night crystallized how two trades made over the previous summers benefited three teams in a way they usually don’t in the NHL.
Ovechkin scores No. 877 for Capitals in OT loss to Jets
Ovechkin, who is 18 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky ’s all-time record (894), tied the score 4-4 at 12:21 of the third period, scoring on a slap shot from just inside the blue line that went in off Connor Hellebuyck ’s glove. It was Ovechkin’s 24th goal of the season.
NHL roundup: In elite clash, Jets top Caps in OT
Defenseman Josh Morrissey capped a two-goal performance by scoring 1:57 into overtime, lifting the Winnipeg Jets to a 5-4 victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday in a battle of the NHL's two top teams.
Winnipeg Jets prevail in thrilling showdown vs. Capitals
The Jets prevailed in overtime against the Capitals in a thrilling showdown between the two top teams in the NHL.
Winnipeg Jets trade targets: Which defencemen could cement Stanley Cup contender status?
Well in advance of the deadline, it's time to explore all kinds of options to upgrade Winnipeg's defence corps.
Jets coach goes scorched earth on team after 'embarrassing' loss to Utah
The Winnipeg Jets lost a rough game to the Utah Hockey Club on Monday night. Utah battered around the Jets en route to a 5-2 ...
Despite Alex Ovechkin scoring his 877th goal, the Capitals lose to the Jets 5-4 in overtime
Alex Ovechkin scored the 877th goal of his career to move 18 away from breaking the NHL record, but the Washington Capitals ...
Winnipeg Jets trade targets: Which top forwards would be that elusive perfect fit?
After the Mikko Rantanen trade, anything seems possible. Let's break down who the Jets might target to upgrade their forward ...
FOR THE W: Hockey heavyweights Winnipeg, Washington, to clash in D.C.
Coming off a two-goal game against the Bruins that vaulted him into a tie with Ilya Kovalchuk for top spot in Winnipeg/Atlanta franchise history, Scheifele’s 328 career goals are dwarfed by Ovechkin’s ...
Utah Hockey Club builds 4-0 lead before downing Winnipeg Jets 5-2
Connor Ingram made 23 saves and tough defence carried the Utah Hockey Club in a 5-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Monday ...
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Pionk scores in OT to lift Jets to 3-2 win over Avalanche
(AP Photo/Melissa Majchrzak) Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon, right, is congratulated as he passes the team box ...
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NHL Predictions: January 24 Winnipeg Jets vs Utah Hockey Club
Friday night in the NHL features the Winnipeg Jets hosting Central division foe, the Utah Hockey Club at Canada Life Center.
Jets' Arniel gets back up, defends team in Washington
He may have a goalie making a strong case for a third Vezina Trophy, but Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel has no time ...