Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers (Friday, Feb 10th)

Jets news: Wellwood back at practice; Stapleton might also return for Pittsburgh game. Rethinking the NHL’s annual trade deadline. Lady Luck to the rescue. Chipman takes umbrage with author. Iffy call sparks action. Flu bug plays havoc with Jets. Snapshots. Pavelec has no love for shootouts.

Next opponent news – Pittsburgh Penguins: Staal to play this weekend. High-ankle sprain sends Kennedy back to bench. Despres hopes to return soon, but where? Empty netter assists.

February 10, 2012 7:56 am / no comments

Jets on a Deadline – Jets 3 Capitals 2 in shootout (Feb 9 2012)

Game recaps, video highlights and the NHL.com 3 Stars of the night.

February 9, 2012 10:06 pm / 1 comment

Winnipeg Jets Afternoon News (Thursday, Feb 9th)

Jets news: Jets need to knock off Capitals. Trade history – Jets/Thrashers. In tough against hot Ovechkin, Caps. Jets present jersey to Canadian embassy in U.S. First stop Washington in mini road trip. NHL eyes Winnipeg for Heritage Classic. Top 5 Jets goals of the Season.

Next opponent news – Washington Capitals: Knuble to be healthy scratch. Backstrom says he doesn’t know when he will be ready to play again.

February 9, 2012 1:44 pm / 1 comment

Illegal Curve Hockey Show Preview–February 11, 2012 (Updated)

So early that it won’t yet be bright, The Illegal Curve Hockey Show will take to the airwaves of TSN 1290 Saturday morning, beginning at 7:00 AM. We have a full list of guests.

February 9, 2012 12:15 pm / no comments

Game Day Preview: Jets @ Capitals

The Winnipeg Jets face the Washington Capitals tonight in a crucial Southeast Division battle and make no mistake about it, there is a lot at stake.

February 9, 2012 10:12 am / no comments

Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers (Thursday, Feb 9th)

Jets news: Veteran Thorburn says closely knit club well worth keeping together. Jets target Capitals in crucial matchup. NHL’s elephant in the room. Flu bug keeps Jets away. Overtime. Kane brings smiles with visit.

Affiliate news – St. John’s IceCaps: Caps clip Bruins in OT.

Next opponent news – Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin has made ice hockey cool for Washington’s area youth. Ward’s first year with the Capitals has been a little uneven. Orlov is taking on look of veteran defenceman.

February 9, 2012 7:33 am / no comments

Jets on a Deadline – Jets 3 Capitals 2 in shootout (Feb 9 2012)

Game Stories: Winnipeg Free Press:  Jets comeback win against Caps timely. Winnipeg Sun:  Jets beat Caps in shootout. TSN:  Jets gain ground on Capitals with comeback SO win. NHL.com:  Jets comeback to beat the Caps 3-2 in SO. Washington...

February 9, 2012 10:06 pm / 1 comment

Jets vs. Leafs Postgame Podcast

Illegal Curve Hockey Show – Jets vs. Leafs Postgame Podcast – February 7, 2012 Host Drew Mindell and Analyst Richard Pollock break down the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Podcast: Play in new...

February 7, 2012 11:01 pm / no comments

Winnipeg Jets Trade Deadline Candidates

After reading Elliotte Friedman’s 30 thoughts last week (which are always a good...

January 9, 2012 2:23 pm / 16 comments

Establishing Evander Kane’s market value Part 1

When previewing the Jets’ season this past summer, one player was the “key”...

January 26, 2012 10:30 am / no comments

Illegal Curve Hockey Show Preview–February 11, 2012 (Updated)

So early that it won’t yet be bright, The Illegal Curve Hockey Show will take...

February 9, 2012 12:15 pm / no comments

Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers (Friday, Feb 10th)

Jets news: Winnipeg Free Press:  Wellwood back at practice; Stapleton might also return for Pittsburgh game. Looks like the AAA line will get reformed as Gagnon is expected to be sent back to the IceCaps.  Bogosian remains a game time decision...

February 10, 2012 7:56 am / no comments

Jets on a Deadline – Jets 3 Capitals 2 in shootout (Feb 9 2012)

Game Stories: Winnipeg Free Press:  Jets comeback win against Caps timely. Winnipeg Sun:  Jets beat Caps in shootout. TSN:  Jets gain ground on Capitals with comeback SO win. NHL.com:  Jets comeback to beat the Caps 3-2 in SO. Washington...

February 9, 2012 10:06 pm / 1 comment

Winnipeg Jets Afternoon News (Thursday, Feb 9th)

Jets news: Winnipeg Sun:  Jets need to knock off Capitals.  While the Jets are just 5 points back of the 8th and final playoff spot, they might want to set their sights a little higher, like 3rd in the East (winning the Southeast) and tonight’s...

February 9, 2012 1:44 pm / 1 comment

Illegal Curve Hockey Show Preview–February 11, 2012 (Updated)

So early that it won’t yet be bright, The Illegal Curve Hockey Show will take to the airwaves of TSN 1290 Saturday morning, beginning at 7:00 AM. Our first guest, at 8:30 AM, is Mike Colligan of Forbes.com and Hockeywriters.com. Mike is based...

February 9, 2012 12:15 pm / no comments

Game Day Preview: Jets @ Capitals

When: Thursday, February 9, 2012 Time: 6:00 p.m. CST Where: Verizon Center, Washington, DC Records: Winnipeg (25-24-6), Washington Capitals (28-21-4) Television/Radio: TSN-JETS,CSN-MA/ TSN 1290 Radio The Story:  The Winnipeg Jets face the...

February 9, 2012 10:12 am / no comments

Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers (Thursday, Feb 9th)

Jets news: Winnipeg Free Press:  Veteran Thorburn says closely knit club well worth keeping together.  If you want to hear the players thoughts on being traded we have the audio from practice the other day in which they discussed same.  (Thorburn...

February 9, 2012 7:33 am / no comments

Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers (Wednesday, Feb 8th)

Jets News: CBC:  Jets look to build with big road games.  With only 4 points separating the 3rd place Jets and 1st place Capitals in the Southeast, tomorrow night’s game in Washington is quite important.  The Jets are looking to avenge...

February 8, 2012 7:51 am / no comments

Jets on a Deadline – Jets 2 Leafs 1 (Feb 7, 2012)

Game Stories: Winnipeg Free Press:  Jets defeat Leafs 2-1. Winnipeg Sun:  Jets rake Leafs at home. The Globe & Mail:  Jets stifle Leafs offence in return to MTS Centre. TSN:  Jets hold off streaking Leafs to stay in playoff hunt. NHL.com: ...

February 7, 2012 11:15 pm / no comments