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Connor Hellebuyck's 250th career win helps Jets to a 4-2 victory over Avalanche

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Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon, front left, blocks Colorado Avalanche right wing Mikko Rantanen, back left, as his shot on the net is stopped by Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck during the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

By: Craig Meyer, Associated Press

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DENVER (AP) — Kyle Connor scored twice, Connor Hellebuyck stopped 32 shots in his 250th career win and the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Colorado Avalanche 4-2.

The Jets won their third straight coming off a three-game skid. Also, third-place Winnipeg moved within two points of Central Division-leading Colorado.

Josh Morrissey finished with a goal and an assist for Winnipeg, giving him 12 points in his last nine games. Adam Lowry also scored.

Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and assist and Joel Kiviranta also scored for Colorado. Alexandar Georgiev finished with 24 saves.

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Connor Hellebuyck's 250th career win helps Jets to a 4-2 victory over Avalanche

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