Note: The Jets, for the most part, stayed off the ice on Sunday as they recover from an exhausting double OT contest the night before last. We did hear from some players and head coach Rick Bowness. One player who did skate was Nikolaj Ehlers although we won’t know until today if he’s been medically cleared to play in game 4. There is also expected to be a recall from the Moose with the injury to Josh Morrissey although they aren’t likely (maybe) to see the ice. Morning skate gets underway at 11 AM. All the relevant news will be posted in the pre-game report so check back for that. Puck drop is at 8:30 PM CDT.
Note II: This evening, after the final buzzer sounds between Winnipeg and Vegas, we want you to be part of the conversation on the Illegal Curve Playoff Post-Game Show as we discuss and analyze the results of game 4.
Note II: The Moose were off on Sunday although there was some news regarding the AHL club of Winnipeg as it was announced that the Jets had assigned Danny Zhilkin (2022 3rd rounder) from the OHL to Manitoba. They are scheduled to practice this morning at 10:3o AM.
Note III: The Ice will try to win their second round series against the Warriors this evening in Moose Jaw in game 6 as they currently hold a 3-2 series edge. Puck drop is at 8 PM CDT.
Jets news:
Sportsnet: Jets’ Samberg looks to rebound from ‘bad bounce’ in double OT vs. Golden Knights. It could not have been easy to sit in front of the mic and have to answer questions about the play that went awry in double OT but the Minnesota product handled the questions well.
Winnipeg Sun: Anatomy of a game-tying goal: Desperation, chaos as Jets forced overtime. That last minute was chaotic and Ted tries to paint a picture of it for you.
Winnipeg Sun: ‘Milked that as long as we could:’ Jets move Scheifele back to centre after stint on right wing. There was plenty of ‘how long might this experiment last’ type questions since the move was made but 55 is back up the middle.
Winnipeg Sun: Jets suffer break-in, threat from adversity. Whatever doesn’t kill you can only make you stronger. We shall see if the Jets can use this latest bout of adversity to propel themselves forward.
Winnipeg Sun: First-timers blown away by Winnipeg whiteout. Even for those of us who have been around it plenty it really doesn’t get old seeing the passion of a die hard fan base. One can only imagine what it means to those experiencing it for the first time.
Winnipeg Sun: Golden Knights’ Keegan Kolesar savours coming home to beat Jets. Lots of Manitobans want to play villain.
Winnipeg Free Press: All hands on deck. (Paywall). Next man up mentality.
Winnipeg Free Press: Samberg faces the music over giveaway gaffe. (Paywall). You really got the sense that he wasn’t shying away from it but also would use it as motivation.
Winnipeg Free Press: Jets ‘whiteout’ shows vitality and optimism about city’s core. (Paywall). If you build it they will come.
The Athletic Winnipeg: Jets rookie Dylan Samberg has help processing extreme emotions of Stanley Cup playoffs. (Paywall). The family nature of a hockey team came together and coalesced around the rookie.
CBC: Winnipeg bars, restaurant see a win with more traffic from hockey fans. Good to hear after so many dealt with tough conditions following the pandemic.
Las Vegas Review-Journal: Golden Knights say ‘we’ll be ready’ after playing double-OT game. You know they want to step on the Jets throats if they are given the opportunity this evening.
Jets video:
Sportsnet: With Morrissey out for series, Jets blue line must step up vs. Golden Knights. Dan Murphy and Ken Wiebe break down the latest for the Winnipeg Jets in their first-round matchup with the Vegas Golden Knights, including the need for defence to step up with Josh Morrissey out, and Jack Eichel showing he belongs in the playoffs.
TSN: Who needs to step up in Morrissey’s absence? Jay Onrait was joined by TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado to get his thoughts on the Jets losing star defenceman Josh Morrissey for the rest of their series against the Golden Knights, and Sheldon Keefe’s backhanded comments towards the officiating in his team’s series with the Lightning.
Jets audio:
Illegal Curve Hockey: Saturday Podcast. On the show this weekend we discussed our Jets/Golden Knights game 3 preview, which Jets player needs to step up in the game, a potential return of Nikolaj Ehlers and how that could change the lineup. Excitement in the city for the Whiteout. We were joined by Jeff Hamilton of the Winnipeg Free Press and Jesse Granger of The Athletic Vegas.
