Winnipeg Jets Afternoon Links

Note: Puck drop is at 9:00 pm CDT tonight for today’s game against the Ducks.  After the game, be sure to check us out for all the post-game reaction.

Note II:  Darren Dreger reporting that Patrik Laine is highly doubtful for tonight.  Doesn’t sound like anyone is up from the Moose which means the Jets would likely go 11/7.  Coach Maurice will speak at 6:30 pm.

Jets news:

Winnipeg Sun: Laine could miss Tuesday’s game after getting injured in practice.  Not surprisingly this is becoming the news story of the day.

Winnipeg Sun:  Ducks coach Dallas Eakins has a lot of love for Jets organization.  He clearly has some deep ties to many figures within the organization.

NHL.com: Laine game-time decision for Winnipeg; Anaheim could be without Lindholm to begin homestand.  Another preview of tonight’s game.

Sportsnet: Jets Prospect Report: Vesalainen slow to start AHL season.  Worth noting that Logan Stanley is out a month due to an injury he sustained a few games back.

The Athletic: 20 Questions with Teemu Selanne: On steak, Patrik Laine and eating a wine glass. He was in Winnipeg on Sunday and fans flocked to see the man who captured hearts in this city many, many years ago.

The Athletic Winnipeg:  It’s back to business for a Jets team that has both impressed and disappointed. (Paywall).  Ultimately Dustin Byfuglien will continue to be the story for the Jets this season regardless of the decision he makes.  

Illegal Curve: Jets vs. Ducks pre-game report. The Jets will hold a media availability at 6:30 pm before they take on the Ducks which takes place at 9:00 pm CDT in Anaheim. Check out the projected lines and D pairs.  

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