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Jets look to gain upper hand on Blues in Game 5

The Winnipeg Jets desperately need two-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck to tighten things up if they want to get the upper hand on the visiting St.

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Winnipeg Jets Keys to Success for Game Five (04/29/2025)

Game five is crucial, simply put. If the Winnipeg Jets cannot win game five, their backs are against the wall heading back to St. Louis for game six. With the series shifting back to Winnipeg for one game, it’s a do-or-die scenario for Winnipeg that dates back to 2019 when they last rebounded from a playoff win.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / April 29

Scott Arniel Makes Official Announcement on Gabriel Vilardi's Status for Game 5

Jets head coach Scott Arniel has told reporters today that Gabriel Vilardi will officially make his series debut in tomorrow night's Game 5 against the Blues.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Gabriel Vilardi News / Field Level Media / April 29

Jets F Gabriel Vilardi (upper body) back for Game 5

Coming off the best season of his career, Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi (upper-body injury) will return from a month-long absence and play in Game 5 of the first round of the playoffs against the visiting St.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 29

Jets’ Gabe Vilardi to return for Game 5 against Blues

Winnipeg Jets forward Gabe Vilardi is set to return to the lineup for Game 5 against the St. Louis Blues, marking his debut in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, reports Connor Hrabchak of Winnipeg Sports Talk.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / Hockey Latest / April 29

Nikolaj Ehlers Playoff Update Emerges at Winnipeg Jets Practice Today

The Jets held a skate today, where Nikolaj Ehlers was spotted on the ice, and reports were that he was moving quite well, which is a very positive sign.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

Jets Need a Response in Game 5 to Avoid Another Disappointing Season

So, here we are again. Doubts have been cast as the Winnipeg Jets lost two straight to the St. Louis Blues, coughing up a 2-0 series lead in their Western Conference Quarterfinal series.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / April 29

Connor Hellebuyck Fires Back After Being Benched in Back-to-Back Games by Scott Arniel

Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel pulled Connor Hellebuyck in two straight games, and he fired back in a recent interview regarding all that occurred. Winnipeg's Connor Hellebuyck hopes to redeem himself as the Jets face their crucial Game 5 matchup against the St.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Jets' Connor Hellebuyck Sends Defiant Message After Back-to-Back Benchings

Connor Hellebuyck is looking to put his playoff struggles behind him as the Winnipeg Jets prepare for a pivotal Game 5 against the St. Louis Blues. Winnipeg dropped Games 3 and 4 in St.

Winnipeg Jets News / Last Word On Sports / April 28

NHL Rumours: Winnipeg Jets Could Lock Up Defender

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, we can’t help but think about the future when it comes to teams.

Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / April 28

Jets Recall Five Players from Moose

The Winnipeg Jets have recalled five players from the Manitoba Moose ahead of game five at Canada Life Centre vs the St. Louis Blues. This comes a couple of weeks after the Jets’ American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Manitoba Moose’s season came to an end.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Why can’t Connor Hellebuyck perform in the playoffs?

Connor Hellebuyck was named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy in 2025 earlier on Monday, and many expect him to be the runaway favorite. But come playoff time?

Gabriel Vilardi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 28

Jets’ Gabriel Vilardi Likely To Play Game 5

Jets top-line forward Gabriel Vilardi is expected to make his 2025 playoffs debut in Game 5 of their first-round series against the Blues, head coach Scott Arniel said today (via John Lu of TSN).

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Jets Should Start Comrie in Game 5 Due to Hellebuyck’s Profound Playoff Struggles

Connor Hellebuyck is going to win the Vezina Trophy again and possibly even the Hart Trophy, but it doesn’t seem like his team can win their first-round series against the St.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 28

Jets Recall Five Black Aces

With their AHL affiliate’s season over, the Jets announced they’ve recalled five players from the Manitoba Moose to serve as extras for the remainder of their playoff run.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

3 Takeaways From Jets’ 5-1 Meltdown in St. Louis

The Winnipeg Jets lost 5-1 on Sunday afternoon against the St. Louis Blues and head back to Winnipeg with the series tied 2-2. The day started with Kyle Connor’s third goal of the playoffs, and despite the Blues tying the game late in the first, everything looked to be in control for the Jets.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 27