Kyle Connor shone for the Winnipeg Jets, contributing a goal and an assist in their 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. This performance places him among the elite in Jets history, achieving over 25 points in the first 20 games of a season.
The Jets demonstrated dominance, leading 3-0 after two periods and matching a franchise record with 17 wins in the opening 20 games. Connor Hellebuyck continued his stellar form in goal, securing his league-best 14th win.
In another matchup, the Buffalo Sabres overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2, with Jiri Kulich scoring the game-winner in overtime.
