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Jets Rally Past Panthers 2-1
1 Feb
Summary
- Winnipeg Jets secured a 2-1 victory over Florida Panthers.
- Jets scored two goals in the third period to secure the win.
- Florida Panthers lost their third consecutive game.
The Winnipeg Jets achieved a hard-fought 2-1 victory against the short-handed Florida Panthers on Saturday. Trailing 1-0 after two periods, a situation where the Jets had a poor record previously, they mounted a decisive comeback. Cole Perfetti equalized the score with just over eleven minutes left in the third period.
Mark Scheifele then scored his 27th goal of the season with under five minutes remaining, securing the game-winning goal for Winnipeg. Goaltender Eric Comrie was instrumental, making 27 saves, including crucial stops in the final minute. The Panthers' offense, hindered by several key player absences, could not overcome the late surge.
Florida's Eetu Luostarinen scored their lone goal. This loss is particularly damaging for the Panthers, as it was their first time this season failing to secure at least one point after entering the third period with a lead. They now trail by eight points in the Eastern Conference wild-card race.
