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Jets Eliminated from Playoffs as Kings Clinch Spot

4/15/2026

Summary

Jets Eliminated, Kings Clinch

The Winnipeg Jets were eliminated from playoff contention after a 6-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
The Los Angeles Kings clinched a playoff spot, sealing the Jets' fate.
Mark Scheifele of the Winnipeg Jets scored a goal and an assist to reach a franchise-record 101 points this season.
The Vegas Golden Knights have won six straight under their new head coach John Tortorella.

Summary

Knights Pursue Title

The Vegas Golden Knights aim to secure their fifth Pacific Division title by earning at least one point against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday.
They defeated the Winnipeg Jets 6-2, extending a nine-game point streak.
They are 6-0-1 under coach John Tortorella, reflecting a strong turnaround.
The turnaround followed the team being four points from the playoff cutline, and Tortorella's leadership helped overcome 32 penalty minutes in their last game.

History

Historical Context

The NHL granted an expansion franchise to Las Vegas on June 22, 2016, leading to the formation of the Vegas Golden Knights. In their inaugural 2017-18 season, they achieved a remarkable 51 wins and reached the Stanley Cup Final, showcasing the impact of strategic leadership under coach Gerard Gallant. This expansion marked a significant shift in the league's competitive landscape, as it was the first NHL team based in Las Vegas.

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Jets Eliminated, Kings Clinch

The Winnipeg Jets were eliminated from playoff contention after a 6-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
The Los Angeles Kings clinched a playoff spot, sealing the Jets' fate.
Mark Scheifele of the Winnipeg Jets scored a goal and an assist to reach a franchise-record 101 points this season.
The Vegas Golden Knights have won six straight under their new head coach John Tortorella.

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