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Conference call with newly signed Winnipeg Jets defenceman Dylan DeMelo

Topics:

1. The fit for him in Winnipeg.
2. What role does stability play in signing with Winnipeg?
3. His ability to contribute with his skill set.
4. Finding out about living in Winnipeg.
5. Salary being a factor.
6. Was it a bit of a relief to get a deal done?
7. Will he be watching what is happening on Friday with free agency?
8. What has he enjoyed about playing for coach Maurice?
9. Is his style of play underappreciated because he doesn’t get a ton of points?
10. When did contract negotiations ramp up?
11. How much did playing with Josh Morrissey impact his decision making?
12. What does Connor Hellebuyck do so well to help them as Dmen?
13. The benefit of getting a full training camp with the Jets.
14. Has he heard from the team after signing the new deal?

David Minuk

Working hard on a daily basis to provide the latest Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose news for our readers and listeners. I also appear on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show every Saturday on our YouTube channel as well as the Illegal Curve Post-Game Show after every single Jets game. And I occasionally jump in the play-by-play booth at Canada Life to provide colour analysis during Manitoba Moose games.

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