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April 07, 2026

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Kyle Connor scored twice, leading the Winnipeg Jets to a commanding 6-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Monday night. Jonathan Toews and Gabriel Vilardi also contributed significantly with a goal and an assist each.

Mark Scheifele reached a milestone, assisting on Connor's power-play goal to record his 900th career point. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers maintain a composed outlook despite injuries to key players Zach Hyman and Leon Draisaitl as they approach the playoffs.

The Pittsburgh Penguins, led by captain Sidney Crosby, are surging into prime playoff position, while the New Jersey Devils have parted ways with general manager Tom Fitzgerald. Additionally, the NHL is investigating an incident involving Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg, who sustained an injury after crashing into an unlatched penalty box door.

In other highlights, the Buffalo Sabres defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2, and the San Jose Sharks edged the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2. The league's three stars of the week include Rickard Rakell, Jack Hughes, and Robert Thomas.

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