Connor Hellebuyck makes 33 saves in the NHL-leading Jets’ 4-2 victory over the Senators

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Connor Hellebuyck made 33 saves, Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and two assists and the NHL-leading Winnipeg Jets beat the Ottawa Senators 4-2 on Saturday night.

Gabriel Vilardi gave Winnipeg a 3-2 lead on a power play midway through the third period, scoring off Ehlers’ one-touch pass.

Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele each had a goal and an assist. The Jets have won three in a row and seven of eight to improve to 26-10-1.

Tim Stutzle, and Ridly Greig scored for Ottawa, and Mads Sogaard made 19 saves. The Senators have lost two in a row after winning six straight.

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