Los Angeles Kings V Winnipeg Jets ✧

: Set the tone early with a goal just 1:31 into the first period, snapping a 30-game drought.

The ( 16-22-5 ) will look to build on this momentum as they remain at home to host the New Jersey Devils on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings (18-15-10) head to Edmonton for a Saturday night clash with the Oilers . Los Angeles Kings v Winnipeg Jets

: Scored his first goal in 27 games to extend the lead to 3-0 in the second. : Set the tone early with a goal

: Netted two goals, including a power-play tally in the second period that essentially put the game out of reach. : Scored his first goal in 27 games

While the Kings showed a brief spark after Byfield's goal cut the lead to 3-1, a wild bounce off Byfield's own skate on a Scheifele centering pass resulted in a 4-1 lead for Winnipeg just minutes later. That "timely goal" deflated the Kings' comeback hopes and allowed the Jets to cruise through the final frame. What's Next?

The Jets controlled the tempo from the opening face-off, leading wire-to-wire in one of their most complete performances of the 2025-26 season. led the offensive charge with two goals, while the defense stifled a Kings team that struggled to find any rhythm. Winnipeg Jets Final 1 5 Key Performances