The Winnipeg Jets secured a narrow 2-1 victory against the New York Rangers, propelled by Gabriel Vilardi's power-play goal and Cole Perfetti's two assists. Connor Hellebuyck recorded his 38th win of the season, making 21 saves, as the Jets improved to a record of 45-17-4 this season. The Rangers managed a lone goal from Mika Zibanejad, with Igor Shesterkin stopping 22 of 24 shots faced.

The game started with Vladislav Namestnikov ending his eight-game scoreless streak, opening the scoring for the Jets. Zibanejad later responded for the Rangers with a power-play goal, marking his 15th of the season. However, Vilardi's decisive goal on another power play in the second period helped the Jets hold on for the win despite a late-game push from New York.