Pionk Scores OT Winner in Jets’ 3-2 Victory Over Avalanche
This battle of divisional rivals lived up to its billing, as the Winnipeg Jets (32-14-3) snuck by the Colorado Avalanche (28-19-2) 3-2 in overtime at Ball Arena on Wednesday night. Josh Morrissey had two points, Neal Pionk had the game-winner, and Conner Hellebuyck had 25 saves in the win. Related: Jets’ Lowry Out Week to Week With Upper-Body Injury Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar scored for the Avalanche and Mackenzie Blackwood made 22 saves in the loss. Game Recap The first period had high-quality chances at both ends, and despite the Avalanche outshooting the Jets 9-8, neither team could capitalize….