
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Winnipeg Jets 7-1, led by Sean Couturier's two goals and Noah Cates' short-handed goal and two assists. The Flyers secured their playoff position while the Jets' playoff hopes were dealt a blow after their recent winning streak.
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) is scored on as Philadelphia Flyers' Christian Dvorak (22) looks on during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) is scored on as Philadelphia Flyers' Christian Dvorak (22) looks on during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) saves the shot from Winnipeg Jets' Dylan Samberg (54) during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) makes a save against the Winnipeg Jets during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Winnipeg Jets' Jacob Bryson (78) and Philadelphia Flyers' Noah Cates (27) collide during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Winnipeg Jets' Jonathan Toews (19) digs for the rebound as Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) saves the shot and Jamie Drysdale (9) defends during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Saturday, April 11, 2026. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP) (ASSOCIATED PRESS) WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) â Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 7-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night. Porter Martone, Matvei Michkov, Travis Sanheim and Nick Seeler also scored for the Flyers (40-27-12), winners of four of their last five games. Michkov added an assist, and Rasmus Ristolainen finished with two assists. Dan Vladar had 27 saves. Hadyn Fleury scored for the Jets (35-31-12), who entered the game with a three-game winning streak and victories in five of their last six games to keep their playoff hopes alive. Jonathan Toews extended his point streak to three games with an assist, giving him four points over that stretch. Connor Hellebuyck, who made his 20th start in the last 22 games, allowed five goals on 20 shots before being replaced for the third period. Eric Comrie allowed goals on his first two shots against and finished with one save. With the victory, the Flyers complete a two-game series sweep of the Jets. Philadelphia earned a 5-2 win on home ice back in October. Philadelphia earned a valuable two points to maintain its grip on third place in the Metropolitan Division and remain in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Winnipeg is trying to secure the final wild-card playoff spot in the Western Conference. With just three games remaining, its hopes for a spot in the postseason remain slim.
Flyers: Host the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday Jets: Visit the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday. \\\_ AP NHL:
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Sean Couturier scored two goals and had an assist, while Noah Cates contributed a short-handed goal and two assists.
The Flyers' win helped them maintain third place in the Metropolitan Division and stay in contention for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
The Jets, who were on a three-game winning streak, faced a setback in their quest for the final wild-card playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Connor Hellebuyck allowed five goals on 20 shots before being replaced in the third period, marking a challenging night for the Jets' goaltender.


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