The Jets are getting ready for their first game of the season. Lines and defence pairs come to us from Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun:
Ehlers-Scheifele-Wheeler
Matthias-Little-Stafford
Connor-Perreault-Laine
Tanev-Lowry-Armia
Morrissey-Byfuglien
Enstrom-Myers
Postma-Chiarot
Hellebuyck
Hutchinson
Audio:
Mathieu Perreault: On the mentality for his line. His thoughts on his group heading into game 1. On Matthews four goal game. Does it take him back to his four goal game? Does he expect the high scoring trend to continue after last night’s game? How do they prep for the Hurricanes?
Mark Scheifele: Excitement for opening night. What does he expect from tonight’s game? What did he think of Auston Matthews NHL debut? Having a “really annoying to play against” identity. What type of advice would he share with the rookies? On bringing physicality to his game.
Patrik Laine: Did he watch Auston Matthews debut? Will there always be a healthy/friendly rivalry with Matthews? How badly would he like to score a goal in his debut? What is going through his head before his NHL debut? How did he sleep last night? In his dreams what kind of debut would he have? What has been the hardest part about adjusting?
Kyle Connor: Anyone coming in to watch the game? What is a dream debut for you? Has he thought about the pre-game ceremony? Chemistry on his line with Perreault and Laine?
Blake Wheeler: Excitement for game one? What does he know about the Hurricanes? His thoughts on Auston Matthews debut? What are the keys to getting off to a good start with all the new pieces? What are the expectations for the first part of the season? Pressure on the young guys on the team? Does he as captain of the team help alleviate the pressure on the young guys? Is there more pressure on Laine after Matthews game?
