Predators Edge Jets in Shootout on O'Reilly's Goal

Nashville wins 4-3 after late Jets comeback forces overtime

Mar. 18, 2026 at 7:10am

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Ryan O'Reilly scored the lone goal in the shootout as the visiting Nashville Predators edged the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 on Tuesday night. Jonathan Toews tied the game late in regulation to force overtime, but O'Reilly's shootout tally gave Nashville the victory.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Predators in the playoff hunt in the competitive Central Division, while the Jets missed an opportunity to gain ground in the standings with the home loss.

The details

O'Reilly's shootout goal came after Jonathan Marchessault had two assists and Filip Forsberg scored a goal and an assist for the Predators. Juuse Saros made 36 saves in the win. Gabriel Vilardi scored a goal and an assist for the Jets, while Kyle Connor tallied three assists.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 18, 2026.
  • Toews tied the game 3-3 with 1:01 remaining in regulation.
  • The game went to a scoreless overtime period before the shootout.

The players

Ryan O'Reilly

The Predators center scored the lone goal in the shootout to give Nashville the victory.

Jonathan Toews

The Jets forward scored the game-tying goal with 1:01 left in regulation to force overtime.

Juuse Saros

The Predators goaltender made 36 saves to earn the win.

Gabriel Vilardi

The Jets forward scored a goal and added an assist in the losing effort.

Kyle Connor

The Jets forward recorded three assists in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it was going to be a tough battle against a divisional opponent, but the guys dug deep and found a way to get the two points.”

— John Hynes, Predators Head Coach

What’s next

The Predators will look to build on this shootout win as they continue their playoff push, while the Jets will aim to bounce back in their next game.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth game highlighted the competitive nature of the Central Division, where every point is crucial in the race for the postseason.