Note: Puck drop is at 9 pm CDT tonight as the Jets play in the Ducks to start the California road trip part deux. After the game, be sure to check us out for all the post-game reaction.
Note II: As well be sure to join Drew and I for the Illegal Curve Post-Game Show once the final buzzer sounds. Also I’ve got four tickets to giveaway for each of the Moose games this weekend so be sure to join us tonight (and make sure you are a subscriber) on the Illegal Curve Post-Game Show to win them.
Note III: Unrelated to the game tonight but of note is the news that NHL commissioner Gary Bettman plans to meet in the near future with Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff regarding the news out of Chicago today.
Jets news:
The Athletic Winnipeg: What do Jets value most about Paul Maurice? Mark Chipman on longevity, trust and behind-the-scenes humanity. (Paywall). Murat had a chance to catch up with the Jets co-owner about his team’s head coach.
Sportsnet: Borne out of necessity, Jets’ retooled lineup may yield long-term benefits. Ken looks at the benefits that complementary pieces are reaping as a result of the unexpected lineup moves the team has had to make early in the season. He also delves into the offence the team is getting from the backend.
Photo Credit: Alexander James (Illegal Curve).
Illegal Curve: Jets vs Ducks pre-game report. The Jets held a morning skate followed by a media availability before they take on Anaheim. Check out the projected lines and D pairs and hear from players as well as head coach Paul Maurice.
Illegal Curve: Morning Papers. If you missed any of the news from earlier today we have you covered.
Jets video:
Winnipeg Sun: Jets Setting. Sun sports editor Ted Wyman and hockey reporter Scott Billeck break down the first five games of what has already been an eventful Winnipeg Jets season.
