Anaheim Ducks defeat Winnipeg Jets 5-1

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 at the Canada Life Centre on Friday, October 9, 2026. The loss marked the first regulation defeat of the season for the Jets, who previously held a 4-0 record.

During the game, Ducks rookie winger Judd Caulfield scored his first career NHL goal in the first period. Caulfield, a native of Grand Forks, North Dakota, noted the significance of scoring in front of family members who traveled to attend the game. The victory was supported by goaltender Dostal, who prevented the Jets from capitalizing on an early 7-1 shot advantage.