The Nashville Predators defeated the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 in a shootout at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg. The game was tied 3-3 after regulation and overtime, with Ryan O'Reilly scoring the decisive shootout goal for Nashville. Filip Forsberg scored his 29th goal of the season for Nashville, and Kyle Connor had three assists for Winnipeg.
According to reports, Forsberg said it was a good number but he always wants more, and he described the win as important as Nashville looks to move up in the standings. The Predators reportedly improved their position in the wild card race with the victory. Both teams have two wins and three losses in their last five games.