For most of the night, it looked like the Winnipeg Jets had finally found a way to stop the bleeding. They skated with urgency, defended with purpose, and carried a narrow lead deep into the third period. But hockey has a way of turning in seconds.That moment arrived late in regulation.
The Vegas Golden Knights refused to go away, pushed hard in the final minutes, and forced overtime before sealing a dramatic OT win. For Winnipeg, it was another painful chapter in a stretch that continues to spiral — their losing streak now sits at ten straight games.
A Game That Slipped Away
Winnipeg didn’t look like a team on a nine-game skid early on. Their puck movement was cleaner, the forecheck had bite, and the defensive structure held up well against Vegas’ pressure. For long stretches, the Jets controlled the pace and kept the Golden Knights from finding rhythm.
But the problem that has haunted Winnipeg during this run showed up again: finishing the job.
Vegas stayed patient. Even when chances didn’t convert, they kept throwing pucks on net, waiting for a crack. That crack came late, when a breakdown in coverage allowed the Golden Knights to capitalize and send the game to overtime.
Overtime Ends It Quickly
Once the game reached OT, the momentum felt tilted. Vegas looked confident, while Winnipeg appeared tense — almost cautious.
It didn’t take long.
A quick transition, a clean look, and the Golden Knights ended it before the Jets could settle in. The celebration said it all for Vegas. Relief, belief, and two huge points banked.For Winnipeg, heads dropped. Another close game. Another loss.
Jets’ Losing Streak Hits Double Digits
Ten losses in a row is no longer a bad run — it’s a full-blown crisis.
The Jets aren’t getting blown out every night. In fact, several games during this streak have been tight, competitive contests. But moral victories don’t count in the standings, and Winnipeg keeps finding ways to come up short when it matters most.
Confidence looks shaken. Simple plays are becoming difficult ones. And the longer this skid drags on, the heavier it feels.
Vegas Showing Why They’re Dangerous
For Vegas, this win felt important beyond the points. Games like this build belief — the kind that carries into tougher stretches later in the season.
They didn’t dominate start to finish, but they stayed composed, trusted their structure, and waited for the moment to strike. That’s the mark of a team that knows how to win.
The Golden Knights may not always be flashy, but nights like this remind everyone why they’re a threat when games tighten up.
What Comes Next
Winnipeg doesn’t have the luxury of time. Something has to change — whether it’s mindset, lines, or approach — because the current formula isn’t working. Another loss like this chips away further at confidence.
Vegas, meanwhile, moves forward with momentum. Stealing a win late and finishing it in overtime can be a turning point in any season.
For now, the story is clear: one team found a way to win when it mattered, and the other is still searching for answers.