Winnipeg Jets Afternoon Links

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Jets news:

Winnipeg Free Press: Jets looking to trump slumping Canucks. (Paywall). Mike previews tonight’s game from his spot in Vancouver.

Sportsnet: Sam Gagner looking to resurrect NHL career once again. When opportunity comes knocking you better answer that door.

The Province:  Aiming high against the Jets.  Check out Patrick’s preview of the game which provides the perspective of someone who covers the Canucks a big matchup and five keys to the game.

Illegal Curve: Jets vs. Canucks pre-game report. The Jets held an AM skate today in Vancouver as they got ready to face the Canucks at Rogers Arena tonight at 9 pm. Includes projected lines, D pairs and starting goalie as well as audio from Josh Morrissey, Mark Scheifele and Patrik Laine.

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

Jets audio:

Illegal Curve: Coach Maurice pre-game. Topics included – What does he expect from the Canucks squad?  The challenges of playing on the road.  Having games in hand.  How much does he know about Elias Pettersson?  The confidence of young players in the NHL.  On Kyle Connor being a driver on the 2nd line.  Benefit of balance vs having Connor with Wheeler and Scheifele.  On the efficiency of the Jets power play.