Jets Edge Blackhawks in Overtime Thriller

Kyle Connor's late goal lifts Winnipeg to victory in Chicago

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:51am

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In a close-fought matchup, the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in overtime on Tuesday night. Kyle Connor scored the game-winning goal just 33 seconds into the extra period, redirecting a pass from Mark Scheifele past Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight. The win extends the Jets' recent hot streak, as they've now won four of their last five games.

Why it matters

This victory keeps the Jets in the playoff hunt in the Western Conference, as they look to secure a postseason berth. For the rebuilding Blackhawks, the loss extends their recent struggles, as they've now dropped four straight games.

The details

Connor and defenseman Josh Morrissey each had a goal and an assist for the Jets, while Cole Perfetti and Isak Rosen also scored. Scheifele recorded three assists. Winnipeg goaltender Connor Hellebuyck made 18 saves to earn the win. For the Blackhawks, Tyler Bertuzzi scored twice and Anton Frondell netted his first career NHL goal. Ilya Mikheyev and Louis Crevier each had two assists in the losing effort.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
  • Connor scored the overtime winner 33 seconds into the extra period.

The players

Kyle Connor

A forward for the Winnipeg Jets who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Mark Scheifele

A forward for the Winnipeg Jets who recorded three assists in the victory.

Tyler Bertuzzi

A forward for the Chicago Blackhawks who scored two goals in the losing effort.

Spencer Knight

The goaltender for the Chicago Blackhawks who made 20 saves in the game.

Connor Hellebuyck

The goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets who made 18 saves to earn the win.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it was going to be a tough game against a divisional rival, but the guys really battled hard and found a way to get the two points.”

— Rick Bowness, Head Coach, Winnipeg Jets

What’s next

The Jets will look to build on this victory as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Blackhawks will aim to end their losing streak in their next game.

The takeaway

This hard-fought overtime win showcases the Jets' resilience and ability to grind out close games, even against divisional opponents like the Blackhawks. For Chicago, the loss highlights the challenges they face as they work to rebuild their roster and return to contention.