A late second-period strike by Vladislav Namestnikov gave the Jets a narrow lead in their preseason clash, extending their momentum after a strong start to the period. The momentum shifted quickly, however, as Hughes responded with his first preseason goal, tying the game and sparking a potential shift in momentum as the match entered its final frame. The back-and-forth scoring underscores the competitive nature of the preseason, where teams are testing new strategies and lineups ahead of the official season. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the teams adjust after this high-stakes exchange.

The Jets took a 2-1 lead at 7:36 of the middle frame when Vladislav Namestnikov scored with a shot from the doorstep. Hughes tied the game at 18:28 with his first goal of the preseason via a shot from ...