Jets Snap 3-Game Losing Streak With 5-3 Victory Over Canucks

The Winnipeg Jets scored three goals in the first period and added an early power-play goal in the third to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3 on Tuesday night, ending their three-game losing streak.

Game Overview

The Canucks hosted the Jets to conclude their four-game homestand. Both teams entered the game after recent losses: Vancouver fell 5-4 in overtime to the Colorado Avalanche, and Winnipeg lost 4-1 to the Anaheim Ducks.

Goalies and Lineup Changes

Thatcher Demko returned as Vancouver’s starting goalie after missing two games.
Connor Hellebuyck started in goal for Winnipeg.
Kevin Lankinen replaced Demko in the second period after Demko re-aggravated an injury.

First Period Action

The opening period began slowly before turning into a high-scoring affair. The Jets took an early lead less than five minutes in, when Jonathan Toews scored his third goal of the season after the puck deflected off his skate in the crease.

Vancouver responded about five minutes later with Kiefer Sherwood, who tied the game with his 11th goal, shooting gloveside on Hellebuyck after a perfect give-and-go play with Quinn Hughes.

Key Moments

The first period ended with five total goals, giving the Jets a 3-2 lead.
Gabriel Vilardi’s early third-period power-play goal proved decisive in sealing the win for Winnipeg.

“Gabriel Vilardi's power-play goal was the game-winner as the Jets beat the Canucks 5-3, snapping their three-game losing streak.”

The Jets showed resilience to bounce back and secure a crucial victory on the road.

Summary: The Jets rebounded from recent losses with a dominant first period and a timely power-play goal, ending their losing streak with a 5-3 win over the Canucks.

The Hockey Writers — 2025-11-12