Game 43: Wild 3 Jets 2 post-game recap

The Jets completed three straight games against the Central Division with a 3-2 loss against the Wild as their comeback fell short and their record falls to 27-14-2 this season.

For those who would like to take a deeper dive into the advanced stats here are the results from tonight’s game via Natural Stat Trick.

Notable:

– Brandon Tanev scored his ninth goal of the season which is a new career high.
– Dmitry Kulikov has his first points streak of the season as he has back-to-back games with an assist.
– Tyler Myers left the game after getting hurt in the 3rd period.
– Mark Scheifele scored his 24th goal of the season (tied Patrik Laine for team lead in that category).

Audio:

Blake Wheeler

Ben Chiarot

Coach Maurice:  Analysis of the game.  How do they manage the frustration of not getting a good result?  Any update on Tyler Myers?  The Jets power play.  On the Jets taking control in the 3rd.  Bringing the 3rd period into the game vs Detroit on Friday night.

All audio courtesy of TSN 1290 Winnipeg.

Health Update:

Following the game coach Maurice didn’t have an update on Tyler Myers who left the game in the 3rd period.

Up Next:

The Jets are back in business with a game tomorrow back in Winnipeg at Bell MTS Place against the Red Wings as they kick off three straight at home.  Be sure to start your day with the AM papers at 7 am on illegalcurve.com.