Blues, Jets Prepare for Intense Game 7 Showdown

WINNIPEG — Sibling rivalry took the spotlight in the intense Western Conference First Round series as Brayden Schenn of the St. Louis Blues and his brother Luke, a defenseman for the Winnipeg Jets, exchanged playful jabs from their respective benches. The escalating intensity of the series culminates in Game 7, set for Sunday at Canada Life Centre (7 p.m. ET; CBC, TVAS, SN, TBS, MAX, FDSNMW).

“Just brotherly love. We’re just competing. That’s what we do,” Brayden Schenn described their banter, reflecting the competitive spirit that has marked the series. “I love Luke, and he’d say the same thing about me; we’re competing for our teams for the Stanley Cup.”

Throughout the series, players from both teams have exhibited remarkable resilience and physicality. Winnipeg coach Scott Arniel emphasized the need for mental and physical strength in the decisive game. “These are kind of the moments you live for. It’s about doing your job and being the best version of yourself each shift,” Arniel stated.

The series has not been shy on physicality. A staggering 501 hits have been recorded across the first six games, with the Blues leading with 252 hits, just ahead of the Jets’ 249. Both teams have won every game on home ice, setting the stage for a critical matchup.

“We’ve done well at home, and we need to take that energy into Winnipeg,” Blues defenseman commented on their performance at the Enterprise Center.

The Jets are gearing up for their first Game 7 in franchise history, a milestone that brings excitement and pressure. “These are moments you dream about,” said a Jets forward, hinting at the adrenaline that will fill the arena.

In this tightly contested series, both teams recognize the significance of seizing the moment. St. Louis coach Jim Montgomery remarked, “These are the moments you dream of in that locker room. It’s about seizing an opportunity.” The winner of this showdown will advance to face the Dallas Stars in the second round of the playoffs.