Mark Scheifele's decisive goal in the third period led the Winnipeg Jets to a 4-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, marking a tough debut for interim coach Anders Sorensen.

Kyle Connor contributed significantly with two assists, while Mason Appleton added a goal and an assist, helping the Jets secure their second consecutive win after a rough patch. Nino Niederreiter and Gabriel Vilardi also found the net for Winnipeg.

The Blackhawks, despite a strong start, succumbed to their fifth straight loss, with Alex Vlasic and Alec Martinez scoring for Chicago.