Winnipeg Jets Afternoon Links

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Jets news:

Winnipeg Sun:  Hellebuyck returns against Hawks.  After sitting on the bench the last four games Connor Hellebuyck is returning between the pipes and will have all eyes on him to watch his return.  While nobody is going to judge his career by this one game (well some might) it is an important contest to help the young netminder move forward.  Ken gets you ready with his game preview.

Winnipeg Free Press: Hellebuyck gets first start in two weeks against Blackhawks.  (Paywall).  Jason is in Chicago and this is his pre-game news story about tonight’s contest.

CSN Chicago:  Marcus Kruger returns as Blackhawks try to solve Jets.  Get set up with a look at the game from someone who covers the Hawks.

Metro News:  Jets coach Paul Maurice needs to prove himself.  Hustler writes about the Jets bench boss and how he needs to prove his worth before being handed another contract by the team.

Illegal Curve:  Jets vs. Hawks pre-game report.  Take a look at what the Winnipeg and Chicago projected lines, D pairs and starting goalie are for tonight’s game at the United Center.  Audio from Josh Morrissey and Patrik Laine.   

Illegal Curve:  Morning Papers.  If you missed any of the news we have you covered.

Jets audio:

Illegal Curve:  Coach Maurice pre-game scrum.  Status of Enstrom. Wheeler/Trouba fine? What is he hoping to see from Hellebuyck? Does his history against the Hawks weigh in on why he gets the start? Did he learn anything about Hellebuyck in last couple of weeks? Why do they have so much success against Chicago? What does he hope Laine take from the All-Star weekend? Any opinion on the goalie pants? Where has he seen the growth in Ehlers game? On Laine’s transition to the NHL game. Benefit to learning from the All-Stars.