Corey Perry's 4-point night helps Ducks complete 3rd-period comeback over Jets
Corey Perry amassed four points and had a history-making helper as the Anaheim Ducks stormed back with three goals in the third to earn a Game 1 win, 4-2 over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night.
Perry eclipsed Teemu Selanne with the legend in the building, moving into second-place on the franchise's all-time list with his 35th Stanley Cup playoff assist on Sami Vatanen's goal.
Star Performer: Perry had that postseason twinkle in his eye. His first goal came on a scramble in front before he forced himself through the crease on a net-front drive short-handed, and was the only one in the building who knew he had his second of the night.
Turning Point: Ryan Kesler doing Ryan Kesler things. He turned the tide late in the second period when he goaded Mark Scheifele into a roughing minor. Perry's first, which tied the game early in the third, came on the ensuing man advantage.
Goalie Comparison: Even when scored on, Ondrej Pavelec was making saves, but Frederik Andersen answered the bell for the Ducks and stood tall late.
| Goalie | Shots | GA | Saves | SV% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavelec | 33 | 4 | 29 | 0.879 |
| Andersen | 27 | 2 | 25 | 0.926 |
Top Highlight: Here is Perry's short-handed tally, which needed review after play continued for several moments.
Stat of the Night: They made it an even 50. Comeback wins, that is, over the last two seasons.
Series at a Glance
Game 1: Ducks 4, Jets 2
Game 2: Saturday, April 18, 10:30 p.m. ET
Game 3: Monday, April 20, 9:00 p.m. ET
Game 4: Wednesday April 22, 9:30 p.m. ET
Game 5*: Friday, April 24, TBA
Game 6*: Sunday, April 26, TBA
Game 7*: Tuesday, April 28, TBA
*If necessary