Cole Perfetti netted a hat trick as the Winnipeg Jets triumphed over the Utah Hockey Club with a 5-2 victory. The game showcased a dominant performance from Perfetti, who opened the scoring early and sealed his hat trick with a late empty-net goal. Nikolaj Ehlers also had a standout night, scoring a goal and assisting on two others, marking his 500th career point. David Gustafsson contributed with another goal, showcasing the Jets' offensive depth.
Despite Barrett Hayton and Nick Schmaltz finding the net for Utah, it was Connor Hellebuyck's solid goaltending, with 17 saves, that played a pivotal role in securing the win. The Jets outshot Utah, keeping the pressure high throughout the game.