For this game, the Panthers decided that James Reimer would fill in between the pipes, while the Winnipeg Jets went with Connor Hellebuyck. Sitting six points underneath the last wild card spot, the Panthers desperately needed the two points against this strong Winnipeg side.
The game started off with Winnipeg pouring pressure down deep in the Panthers zone, causing havoc in front of goal. Thanks to James Reimer’s solid play, the score remained tied at zero for the time being.
As the game progressed, so did the Panthers’ play. More time in the Jets’ zone was seen, as well as more shots towards Hellebuyck’s way.