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Jets Triumph in Double Overtime, Advance to Semifinals

5/5/2025

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Summary

Jets Clinch Semifinals

In a nail-biting double-overtime Game 7, the Winnipeg Jets edged out the St. Louis Blues 4-3, clinching their place in the Western Conference semifinals against the Dallas Stars. Adam Lowry delivered the decisive goal, while Cole Perfetti's late equalizer etched his name in history as the latest game-tying goal in a Game 7. The Jets showed resilience, battling through injuries to key players like Josh Morrissey.

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Morrissey Injured, Jets Win

In a thrilling Game 7, the Winnipeg Jets triumphed over the St. Louis Blues 4-3 in double overtime, but not without a cost. Defenseman Josh Morrissey exited early due to an undisclosed injury, leaving fans anxious. Morrissey, a key player with three playoff assists and 62 regular-season points, will be missed as the Jets advance.

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Historical Context

In a thrilling Game 7, the Winnipeg Jets defeated the St. Louis Blues 4-3, marking their first playoff victory since 2018. The Jets' resilience echoes their 2018 run, where they reached the Conference Finals, showcasing the franchise's growth since relocating from Atlanta in 2011.

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Jets Clinch Semifinals

In a nail-biting double-overtime Game 7, the Winnipeg Jets edged out the St. Louis Blues 4-3, clinching their place in the Western Conference semifinals against the Dallas Stars. Adam Lowry delivered the decisive goal, while Cole Perfetti's late equalizer etched his name in history as the latest game-tying goal in a Game 7. The Jets showed resilience, battling through injuries to key players like Josh Morrissey.

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