Nino Niederreiter proved to be a key player for the Winnipeg Jets in their pre-season game against the Calgary Flames, scoring two goals in a 5-2 victory.
The Jets took an early lead in the first period, with Andrew Copp scoring the first goal of the game. Niederreiter then followed suit, scoring his first goal of the night and giving the Jets a 2-0 lead.
The Flames fought back in the second period, with goals from Dillon Dube and Elias Lindholm, tying the game at 2-2. However, the Jets quickly regained their lead with a goal from Mark Scheifele.
Niederreiter continued to shine in the third period, scoring his second goal of the game and solidifying the Jets’ lead. Kyle Connor also added a goal, bringing the final score to 5-2 in favor of the Jets.
This win marks the Jets’ third victory in the pre-season, with Niederreiter’s performance being a standout for the team. The 29-year-old Swiss forward was acquired by the Jets in a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes in July and has already made a strong impression on his new team.
The Jets will continue their pre-season games with a match against the Edmonton Oilers on September 29th. With Niederreiter’s impressive performance, the team is looking strong and ready for the upcoming regular season.
