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NHL·FINAL·March 21, 2026 06:06 PM ET

Penguins defeat Jets 5-4 in shootout after wild OT

Pittsburgh secures vital extra point in playoff push; Winnipeg misses must-win in Central Division race.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 211 min read
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What happened: The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-4 in a shootout following a chaotic overtime period on Saturday. Goalies Arturs Silovs and Connor Hellebuyck dominated the extra frame, leading to the skills competition. Sidney Crosby and Rickard Rakell scored for Pittsburgh in the shootout.

Why it matters: This win gives the Penguins a crucial second point as they fight for a Metropolitan Division playoff spot amid tiebreaker challenges. The Jets let a key opportunity slip, settling for one point in a game they needed to win in regulation. The matchup highlighted both teams' reliance on shootouts and goalie performances.

By the numbers: Final Score: PIT 5 - WPG 4 (SO) Pittsburgh Shootout: Crosby (goal), Rakell (goal) Winnipeg Shootout: Toews (no), Nyquist (no) Notable: Erik Karlsson (PIT) - 2 goals

What to watch: Penguins face Carolina on Sunday; track updated standings for playoff implications in both divisions.

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