Kyle Connor posts two goals, one assist in Jets win over Red Wings

Fantasy hockey: Connor's three-point night matches his scoring pace, keeping him in lineups with four Jets games this week.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 4, 2026

Kyle Connor scored two goals and added one assist on five shots in 20:05 of ice time as the Jets beat the Red Wings 3-2 on Sunday, October 4. Both goals came on the power play.

The three-point performance matches the scoring rate Connor already carries into the week. His recent averages sit at 1.12 points per game, and his underlying play grades 87 out of 100 among forwards in shots, scoring chances and ice time. The Jets play four times this week (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday), making Connor a strong start across all formats.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Kyle Connor

Connor's recent averages show 0.51 goals and 0.61 assists per game on 3.5 shots, with 0.28 power-play points per contest. He anchors the Jets' first power-play unit at 3:08 per game, the most among all Winnipeg skaters. His 21:34 of ice time per game reflects top-line minutes that fuel consistent production.

The underlying numbers point to sustainability. His process grade of 87 out of 100 among forwards measures how his shot volume, scoring chances and ice time support his output. With the Jets playing Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday this week, Connor stays in fantasy lineups as a reliable points source across all formats.

What to do

• Keep Connor in all lineups with four Jets games this week and elite scoring numbers already established.

• Count on his first-unit power-play time and 21:34 per game to produce points at his 1.12-per-game pace.

• Trust his process grade of 87 out of 100 to sustain his scoring through the four-game week ahead.

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