Note: The Jets began Thursday with some bad news as Josh Morrissey’s status was downgraded from day-to-day to week-to-week. Later that evening in Chicago, Winnipeg got off to a poor start against the Hawks but managed to battle back from a two-goal deficit to force overtime before falling 4-3 in extra time. Despite the loss, they improved to 4-1-2 on the season. The team is scheduled to skate today at 12 PM CT, so stay tuned for the Practice Report.
Note II: After a week of practice, the Moose are ready to get back into game action as they welcome the Stars to Winnipeg for a pair of games. There were a couple of concerning developments yesterday as prospect Colby Barlow left practice early after taking a tumble into the boards, leaving his availability in question, while we also learned that Kieron Walton underwent surgery and will be out 4-6 weeks. One player who could potentially be available for conditioning work is Elias Salomonsson, who is looking to get back into game action for the first time since April after undergoing surgery during the Moose playoffs. Manitoba will hit the ice for morning skate at 10 AM CT, so check back for updates. Puck drop is at 7 PM CT.
Note III: Getting caught up on some Jets prospect news from earlier this week. On Monday in the OHL, Jacob Cloutier (2025 7th) scored his second goal of the season to tie the game for Saginaw. Over in the WHL on Tuesday, Oakbank product Owen Martin (2025 3rd) had a big night for Spokane, recording two goals and two assists in a four-point performance.
Note IV: Reminder to join us at 3 PM CT for your Daily Dose of Illegal Curve Hockey as we discuss the latest Jets and Moose news on our channel.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Free Press: Jets salvage point in Chicago. (Paywall). That felt like they both lost a point but also gained one given how they played to start that hockey game.
Winnipeg Free Press: Get to know your Jet: Neal Pionk. (Paywall). Really enjoying this series from Mike which looks to give you more insight into the NHL players of Winnipeg.
Photo Credit: Colby Spence (Illegal Curve)
Global News: Jets rally from two goals down before losing in overtime 4-3 in Chicago. A recap of Winnipeg’s comeback in Chicago, Neal Pionk’s three-point night and Scott Arniel’s post-game comments.
Jets video:
TSN: Skinner’s been excellent for Jets, Hellebuyck can’t be feeling very good right now. The Jets wiped away a two-goal deficit but couldn’t complete the comeback in Chicago as they suffered their first road loss of the season. TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SportsCentre to discuss how the Blackhawks caused Winnipeg problems on Thursday night.
TSN: Insider Trading – Amid return speculation, trading Hellebuyck remains Jets’ priority. Dreger is asked about the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and speculation about a possible return to Winnipeg.
Sportsnet: Why a deal for Jets’ Hellebuyck makes sense for Kings to solidify net. Frankly Hockey’s John Buccigross and Frank Seravalli discuss the latest Connor Hellebuyck rumours involving the Los Angeles Kings, and why the Kings should pull the trigger on getting the Winnipeg Jets goaltender.
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