I think I speak for all the Illegal Curve staff when I say it was certainly a thrill to see the Jets (even the rookies) back on the ice last night. Despite the fact that they were wearing practice sweaters with those awful high numbers, it was a treat to watch. The game itself wasn’t [...]
The Young Stars Rookie tournament is only a few days away and the Jets recently announced their roster. On paper, the team matches up fairly well against the competition (Oilers, Canucks) that have released rosters. One of the rookie camp invites of interest for Jets fans is Winnipeg native Jordan DePape. A winger with the [...]
Given the abbreviated time frame the Jets’ had to work with this summer, it is clear why the team will not have a prospects camp, but will participate in a 5-team rookie tournament with the Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks and the San Jose Sharks. I thought it would be fun, just for argument’s [...]
I noted in a previous Prospect Pulse that due to a dearth of high-end prospects coming over from the Thrashers’ system, the Jets would have to be proactive in signing college free-agents as well as undrafted players out of major junior. The Moose brain trust had great success with this system, and it would appear [...]
With the Jets (seriously, can you believe I just typed that?) getting ready to take to the ice in a little less than a month, I thought it would be worthwhile to make a list of what prospects I will be closely watching over the course of the next season. I typically like to follow [...]
I believe I have mentioned at least on one occasion that the Jets (and the former Thrashers) seem to have more than their fair share of prospects with interesting stories. Leveille is yet another name to add to that list, being the first player drafted in the first round out of a Junior B program. [...]
After leaving Tom Reid’s in downtown St. Paul following the draft, Remis, Ezra and I had the opportunity to meet the Kasdorf family. They were very friendly and engaging, as well as thrilled that Jason was selected by the Jets. Since that meeting, I have been following Kasdorf, a Winnipeg native, a little more closely [...]
Of all the current or former Jets’ prospects, Akim Aliu just may be the most famous (infamous?). As a 16-year old, Aliu had a much publicized on-ice altercation with teammate Steve Downie, stemming from Aliu’s refusal to participate in rookie hazing. Sticks were swung, teeth were lost, both parties were suspended and Aliu was eventually traded [...]