Death of star Mark Scheifele’s father has Jets entering elimination game with heavy hearts

Source: New York Post

The top-seeded Jets will enter Saturday’s elimination game in Dallas with heavy hearts following the unexpected death of the father of forward Mark Scheifele. Brad Scheifele died suddenly overnight, Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff told reporters before Saturday’s game against the Stars, who hold a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference semifinals. Scheifele was not in attendance at Saturday’s optional morning skate, and it was unclear if the 14-year NHL veteran would play in Game 6.