Note: The Jets were in need of a big win and they got it last night as they handed the Wings a 6-2 loss to kick off their five-game homestand with a big two points. It became even bigger when the Flames came back to defeat the Canucks in OT which means they remains two back of Winnipeg with six games to go for both clubs. They are scheduled to practice at 12 noon. Be sure to check back for the Practice Report.
Note II: The Moose practiced on Friday as they got ready for their re-match with the Canucks. Manitoba has lost three straight games and will look to avoid losing four straight in regulation for the first time this year in the matinee which is supporting Autism Acceptance game. Puck drop is at 2 PM CDT.
Note III: The Ice welcomed the Tigers to Winnipeg last night for game 1 of their round 1 series which saw the home team take it 5-3 to give themselves a 1-0 series lead. Defenceman Ben Zloty had four assists and Matthew Savoie had a hat trick in the victory. Game 2 is tonight with puck drop at 6 PM CDT.
Note IV: Join us this morning at 9 AM CDT on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show for two hours of mostly Jets talk. We will be joined by Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff and Sean Reynolds of Sportsnet.
Jets news:
Sportsnet: Bowness’ line shuffling pays off in dire time as Jets rout Red Wings. When I saw Mark Scheifele on the wing at practice on Thursday I wasn’t too certain how that was going to go but that move, along with Namestnikov and Niederreiter seem to have created a bit of a spark, albeit in one game.
Winnipeg Sun: Jets find net, maul listless Red Wings. The Jets needed to give their fans something to cheer about last night and that was exactly what they did for almost 60 minutes.
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Winnipeg Free Press: Jets bust out big-time. (Paywall). You get a goal. You get a goal. You get a goal. And so on and so forth as six different players all got on the board and ended some mini and not so mini slumps along the way.
Winnipeg Free Press: Namestnikov’s play is a rare bright spot for Jets. (Paywall). Worth noting this article from Jeff on the versatile forward was written before last night’s game.
Global News: Jets take out offensive frustrations on Wings in 6-2 trouncing. There was some serious slump busting going on in the game last night for a number of players.
Global News: Jets’ late-season collapse not easily fixed. The next two weeks are going to be fascinating to watch.
Detroit Free Press: Detroit Red Wings routed, 6-2, at Winnipeg Jets. Read about the game from the perspective of a Wings beat writer.
Jets audio:
Sportsnet: Jets’ stars stepped up at pivotal time in dominant win over Red Wings. Sean Reynolds and Ken Wiebe broke down the Winnipeg Jets’ 6-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings and how the big stars played a pivotal role in their much-needed win.
Sportsnet: What are the biggest factors behind the Jets’ late-season collapse? The Hockey Central panel discuss the Winnipeg Jets up-and-down season, what the biggest factors have been behind their huge dip in form, and if they will still hold onto make it into one of the final playoff spots.
TSN: Jets should feel ‘very encouraged’ following their big win over the Red Wings. TSN NHL analyst Frankie Corrado joins SportsCentre to talk about the Jets big win over the Red Wings, the play of their big stars, the confidence can take away from the game and what they need to down the stretch to make the playoffs.
TSN: Jets find ‘offensive swagger’ in blowout win over Detroit. TSN’s Dan Robertson and Kevin Sawyer discuss the Jets blowout win over the Red Wings on Friday and what led to their offence finally looking like it did earlier on in the season.
Ice news:
Winnipeg Sun: Four points from Savoie help Ice win Game 1. Scott gives you his insight into the game.
Winnipeg Free Press: Ice tame Tigers in Game One. (Paywall). Josh filed this game recap.
Ice video:
Global News: Ice ready for this years playoff run. Conner McClennon joins Global News Morning to talk about the team’s mindset heading into the series, and how his game has improved during the 2022-2023 season.
