Florida beat Winnipeg 5-1, extending the Jets’ skid to six games and handing them losses in seven of their last eight. The Panthers struck three times in the first period and converted three power plays, while Adam Lowry scored Winnipeg’s only goal.

By the Numbers
  • Florida scored on 3 of 5 power plays; Winnipeg went 0-for-14 on the power play over its last 5 games.
  • The Jets are 0-4-2 since opening the season 4-1-1.
  • Matthew Tkachuk had 4 assists; the Tkachuk brothers have combined for 35 points in 13 games.
Yes, But

Winnipeg’s slump is especially stark after its strong start, but Florida also had to recover from back-to-back losses to finish its four-game road trip with two wins.

State of Play
  • Florida improved to 7-4-2; Winnipeg fell to 4-5-3.
  • The Jets’ power play has struggled at home, going 2-for-18, and they’ve scored more than 3 goals just once this season.
  • The Panthers have scored 13 power-play goals in their last 8 games.
What’s Next

Winnipeg visits Tampa Bay on Thursday, then faces Florida again Friday when the Panthers host the Jets.

Bottom Line

Winnipeg needs to find answers on the power play and stop early deficits from dictating games; Florida’s special teams made the difference in this one.