What the Jets Look Like When Things Finally Click

You could look at the final score and leave it at that, but Friday night’s 5-1 Winnipeg Jets win over the Los Angeles Kings came with a few stories worth sticking around for. This was a game that needed contributions from all over the lineup—and that’s exactly what the Jets got. After a frustrating losing streak, was this a glimpse of what the Jets look like when things finally come together?

No Surprise: Mark Scheifele Scores Twice and Adds an Assist

Friday night saw Mark Scheifele doing Scheifele things. Two goals, an assist, a touch of luck, and some perfect timing gave the Jets the kind of smart, opportunistic play that keeps him at the center of everything. His late one-timer looked effortless, but when Scheifele is clicking like that, he’s as dangerous as anyone in the league—and he was.

Vladislav Namestnikov Ends His 30-Game Scoring Drought

Vladislav Namestnikov had a storybook night returning to the lineup. After being a healthy scratch on Thursday, he came back and tipped in the game’s first goal, ending a personal 30-game scoring drought. Beyond the goal, his energy stood out all night long—moving his feet, making plays, and setting the tone early. It was a reminder of how much this team leans on veteran presence in the middle of the lineup.

Jonathan Toews’ Contributions Kept the Jets Balanced

Jonathan Toews chipped in with a rebound goal for his third as a Jet. He might not be front and center as a team leader these days, but his steady presence still matters. He parked himself in front of the net like he’s done countless times before and took advantage of the moment. Those kinds of contributions help keep a team balanced, especially coming out of a tough stretch.

Eric Comrie Delivers When the Jets Need Him

Eric Comrie deserves some credit for this one. A 23-save night might not sound headline-grabbing in a 5-1 win, but his work in the first period gave the Jets a chance to get out in front. Once they did, the momentum followed, and Comrie made sure frustration never seeped into the game.

Can the Jets Continue to Click?

There were a few nice milestones mixed in as well. Nino Niederreiter picked up his 100th point as a Jet, ending a long, scoreless stretch, and all four lines found a way to contribute. Friday’s win wasn’t just about stopping the skid—it was a reminder that when players step up across the lineup, this team can really click.