Kyle Connor scores a pair of power-play goals as Jets squeak past Red Wings 3-2
DETROIT (AP) — Kyle Connor scored two of Winnipeg's three power-play goals and added an assist on the third as the Jets held off the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Sunday.Cole Perfetti scored the Jets' other goal and had two assists, while Josh Morrissey also had two assists.
In a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, the Winnipeg Jets showcased their offensive prowess, with Kyle Connor leading the charge by scoring two power-play goals and adding an assist. Cole Perfetti and Josh Morrissey also contributed to the win with two assists each. The Jets' goaltender, Stuart Skinner, made 33 crucial saves, securing the win for the Jets in their first NHL victory.
The Red Wings, however, couldn't capitalize on late power-play opportunities, and goaltender John Gibson managed to stop 24 shots. Notably, several prominent players from the U.S. gold-medal team at the Milan Cortina Olympics were absent from the game due to injuries or pending trades. The Jets' next match is against Pittsburgh on Monday, while the Red Wings will host Ottawa on Tuesday.
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