Former Devil Dawson Mercer scored twice, and Kyle Connor added two goals as Winnipeg beat New Jersey 4-2. The Jets extended their winning streak to four games, while the Devils’ five-game run ended in Connor Hellebuyck’s return to Winnipeg—though the former Jets goalie did not play.

By the Numbers
  • Mercer and Connor scored 2 goals each.
  • Winnipeg’s streak reached 4 wins; New Jersey’s 5-game streak ended.
  • Mark Scheifele tied Dale Hawerchuk for 2nd in franchise assists, with 550.
  • The Devils went 13 minutes into the 3rd period before recording a shot on goal.
Yes, But

New Jersey erased a 2-0 deficit with two goals just 44 seconds apart in the second period. But Mercer’s power-play goal put Winnipeg back in front, and the Devils could not answer.

State of Play
  • Winnipeg is 8-8-3; New Jersey is 13-6-0.
  • Nico Daws made 19 saves for the Jets, while Jake Allen stopped 21 shots for the Devils.
  • Hellebuyck’s absence fueled a loud, hostile reception from Winnipeg fans.
What’s Next

New Jersey hosts Washington on Thursday; Winnipeg visits Dallas.

Bottom Line

Winnipeg turned an emotionally charged reunion into a timely win, regaining the lead after New Jersey’s quick comeback and shutting the door in the third.