Jets rule out star forward Mark Scheifele for Game 7 against Blues

The Winnipeg Jets will be facing a major setback in Sunday’s crucial Game 7 against the St. Louis Blues as one of their top scorers, Mark Scheifele, has been ruled out due to an undisclosed injury. This news comes after Scheifele left Game 5 in the first period following a pair of big hits and was unable to play in the Blues’ 5-2 victory that tied the best-of-seven series at 3-3.

Jets coach Scott Arniel confirmed Scheifele’s absence for the upcoming game, where the winner will advance to the second round to face the Dallas Stars while the loser will be eliminated from the playoffs. The 32-year-old center’s offensive talent will surely be missed, as he has contributed two goals and four assists in the five games of this playoff series.

Throughout the series, the home team has emerged victorious in every game, making Game 7 a crucial match for both teams. The Jets managed to secure wins in Winnipeg, although they were closely contested battles. The absence of Scheifele will undoubtedly pose a challenge for the team as they strive to secure a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

As fans eagerly await the outcome of this high-stakes game, the Jets will need to regroup and adjust their strategies in the absence of Scheifele. The pressure is on as they look to overcome this setback and emerge victorious against a tough opponent in the Blues. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling playoff series.