The Jets had a quick practice with almost everyone on the ice, with the exception of Big Buff and Bryan Little.  Jim Slater was on the ice but will be a game time decision.  Chris Mason gets the start.  Here is the audio:

Chris MasonGetting start.  Won’t be wearing new pads.  Expecting from L.ASeeing something different from JetsReady to goImportance of BuffFlood’s impactImportance of final two home games.

Patrice CormierGetting the call up.  Disappointment not starting with the Jets.  Playing hard in the AHL.  Getting called up.  Focus on his game.

Blake WheelerLearning to play with new linemates.  What they lose with Buff out of lineup.  World Junior talk.  Familiarity with KingsKings talk.

Ron HainseyPlaying without Buff.  Kings road weariness.  Talk about KingsDifficulty in switching up defensive pairingsThings to build on from Colorado gamePlaying with lead on the road.

Tanner Glass –  Scoring in 1st period.  New coach in L.AKnowing L.A from time in Vancouver.

Tim StapletonExpectations of the Kings.  Straddling playoff line.  Lack of Big Buff.  Consistency in his game.  Playing with Kane/Wheeler.  Tight game tonightBeing 13th forward.

Zach BogosianPlaying without Buff.  Consistency in defensive pairings.  Flood’s impact.  Overall game plan for tonight.

Coach NoelInjury update(Slater/Little/Byfuglien).  L.A. game plan.  Big Buff baby update.  New Year’s plans.

David Minuk

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