Note: The Jets concluded their four-game homestand last night with an impressive 2-1 win over the Hurricanes. Impressive based on the performance of netminder Laurent Brossoit and the top line that is otherwise there was a lot of defending during the 60 minute contest. They are scheduled to hold an optional practice today at 11 AM CST so stay tuned for the Practice Report.
Note II: The Moose were off on Monday and they will hit the ice for practice this morning at hockey for all centre at 10:30 AM CST as they prepare for a weekend set against the Wranglers in Calgary. We’ll have a Practice Report so be sure to check it out.
Note III: Big news from Monday was that the Jets had signed Nino Niederreiter to a three-year contract extension.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: Laurent Brossoit finding his game after sluggish start.. There was quite a bit of concern that backup goaltending would again be an issue this season but last night’s performance by Laurent Brossoit put that to rest. Of course now he just needs to ensure he keeps providing quality starts for his team.
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Winnipeg Sun: Laurent Brossoit’s 42 saves backstop Jets to win. Scott’s assessment of the game.
Winnipeg Free Press: Laurent Brossoit comes up big in 42-save victory over Hurricanes. (Paywall). Mike lets you know how he saw the game yesterday from inside Canada Life Centre.
Winnipeg Free Press: Seth Jarvis growing into role as Hurricanes’ top-line centre. (Paywall). The kid from Winnipeg continues to look like a steal from his draft class.
North State Journal: Hurricanes can’t solve Brossoit in loss at Winnipeg. Always good to get insight into the game from someone who covers the Jets opponent.
Global News: Laurent Brossoit brilliant as Winnipeg Jets down Carolina 2-1. Russ gives you his thoughts on the game.
The Athletic Winnipeg: Jets sign Nino Niederreiter to 3-year extension: Why the winger is a strong fit. (Paywall). Murat gives you his thoughts on why this is a good signing by Winnipeg.
Jets video:
TSN: Offensive impact Nikolaj Ehlers had on the top line in Winnipeg’s win.. TSN Hockey analyst Dave Poulin weighed in on the offensive impact Nikolaj Ehlers had on the top line in Winnipeg’s win over the Hurricanes.
TSN: What does Niederreiter extension mean in the big picture for the future of the Jets? The Jets have signed Nino Niederreiter to a three-year, $12 million contract extension ahead of unrestricted free agency this summer. This comes on the heels of both Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck inking seven-year deals back in October. What does this say about the future of the Jets, and the perception for future free-agents looking to sign in Winnipeg? TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins Gino Reda to discuss.
