The Winnipeg Jets pulled out a gritty 5-3 win over the St. Louis Blues in Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead in their opening-round series, but the victory came with a significant loss—center Mark Scheifele left the game after the first period and did not return.

Namestnikov scores game winner, Connor has three point night in 5-3 win

Kyle Connor had a goal and two assists and the Winnipeg Jets beat the St. Louis Blues 5-3 to take a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven first-round playoff series.