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Kochetkov records shutout as Hurricanes defeat Jets 7-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 8:57 PM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Kochetkov records shutout as Hurricanes defeat Jets 7-0

Summary

Pyotr Kochetkov made 26 saves in a shutout victory for the Carolina Hurricanes over the Winnipeg Jets on November 1, 2026. Sean Walker scored two goals, including a short-handed tally early in the game. The Hurricanes quickly established a commanding lead, scoring four goals in the first 10 minutes of the second period. This win marks Kochetkov's tenth consecutive victory to start the season, tying for the second-longest opening streak in NHL history. The Jets, meanwhile, have now lost nine straight games and will face the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday to wrap up a four-game road trip.

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By the Numbers

•Kochetkov's shutout is his second of the season.
•Walker nets his first two-goal game in two seasons with Carolina.
•Hurricanes score four goals in a rapid succession in the second period.
•Jets have allowed 23 goals in their last four games.
•Next games: Hurricanes at Nashville and Jets at Montreal.

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8:57 PMYahoo Sports — Kochetkov makes 26 saves, Walker scores twice as Hurricanes beat Jets 7-0

What they're saying

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(AP) — Pyotr Kochetkov’s 26-save shutout gave him 10 straight victories to begin the season, Sean Walker scored two goals, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Winnipeg Jets 7-0 on Sunday.Kochetkov became the third goalie in NHL history to start a season at 10-0.
— Yahoo Sportsby BOB SUTTON

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