In a heart-wrenching display of courage, Mark Scheifele took to the ice for Game 6 against the Dallas Stars just hours after the sudden passing of his father, Brad. Despite the emotional turmoil, Scheifele scored the lone goal for the Winnipeg Jets in a 2-1 overtime loss that concluded their playoff run. Fellow players, including Toronto's John Tavares and Morgan Rielly, lauded Scheifele's leadership during this difficult time, emphasizing the support from the hockey community.

Scott Laughton of the Maple Leafs expressed his admiration for Scheifele’s resolve, recalling his own experience with loss earlier in the season. The entire hockey world united in mourning, highlighting the tight-knit nature of the sport, where players rally around each other in times of personal tragedy.