“You want to generate chances and momentum… There was some simplicity to it tonight. I think we just won a few battles, and were able to get a couple of shots, recover pucks, and move it around quickly,” said Jack Eichel after the Golden Knights’ commanding 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on April 13, 2026.
The Golden Knights showcased their offensive firepower at home in Las Vegas, with Mark Stone netting his fourth goal in three games and Jack Eichel contributing a goal along with three assists. The victory not only highlighted the team’s scoring depth but also their ability to control the pace of the game.
In a match that saw the Golden Knights outshoot the Jets 10-3 in the first period, the home team quickly established dominance. Ivan Barbashev and Rasmus Andersson each added a goal and an assist, while Reilly Smith and Pavel Dorofeyev also found the back of the net. Notably, Dorofeyev extended his club record for power-play goals in a season to 20.
Despite the Jets’ struggles, Mark Scheifele managed to record a goal and an assist, setting a new franchise record with 101 points in a single season. Gabriel Vilardi also contributed with a goal and an assist, but it was not enough to turn the tide against the formidable Golden Knights.
Connor Hellebuyck, the Jets’ goaltender, faced a barrage of shots, stopping 32 attempts, but the defensive lapses and the Golden Knights’ relentless offense proved too much to handle.
The game was marked by physicality, with the teams combining for a total of 15 penalties, reflecting the intensity of the matchup. The Golden Knights are now in a position to clinch their fifth Pacific Division title in nine seasons, contingent on their performance in the upcoming game against Seattle.
Looking ahead, the Jets will visit Utah on Tuesday, seeking to regroup after this setback, while the Golden Knights will host Seattle on Wednesday, aiming to solidify their lead in the division.
