The Winnipeg Jets secured a critical 5-3 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 5 of their playoff series, taking a 3-2 series lead. The match was marred by the injury of star center Mark Scheifele following a hit from Blues captain Brayden Schenn. Despite the loss of Scheifele, who was instrumental in the Jets' success throughout the season, the team rallied to dominate the game, showcasing their depth and resilience. Coach Scott Arniel expressed frustration over the hit, highlighting the ongoing issues regarding player safety in the series.

Scheifele, who had a remarkable season with 39 goals and a career-high 87 points, was pivotal in the Jets' early playoff success. His absence in the later periods of the game raised concerns about the Jets' offensive capabilities moving forward. The Jets, buoyed by goals from Dylan DeMelo, Vladislav Namestnikov, and an empty-netter from Adam Lowry, demonstrated their fighting spirit, yet the uncertainty surrounding Scheifele's health looms large as they look ahead to the decisive Game 6.