Note: The Jets look to start December by finishing off this home stand a perfect 3-0 as they face the Edmonton Oilers tonight at 7 pm. The Jets got some welcome news as Tobias Enstrom is back from Sweden, the injury prognosis on Marko Dano was better than expected and Mathieu Perreault has declared himself ready to play. We will have to wait until morning skate to see what the Jets bench boss decides to do about his lineup as yesterday was an optional practice. Keep it locked to illegalcurve.com for pre and post game and on social media including via Twitter | Facebook | Instagram.
Note II: The Moose capped of their three game road trip in Rockford last night with a seven round shootout win after Brendan Lemieux was the only player on either team to score once OT ended. They have now won three games in a row (all against Central division opponents) and sit 3rd in the division. They will have the day off today before they get ready for back-to-back matinees against the Texas Stars on Saturday and Sunday at the MTS Centre. Jack Roslovic was hot on the road scoring three goals and adding two assists to get his points total to 15 in 19 games for the rookie who lead Manitoba in scoring.
Jets news:
Sportsnet: Hey Winnipeg Jets, it’s about time you take the next step. Strong words but around Manitoba there are plenty of fans who are ready to see this organization proceed past the “maybe they can make the playoffs” stage.
Winnipeg Sun: Five keys to Jets vs. Oilers. Ted’s keys include 1) Contain Connor. 2) Shooting on targer. 3) Great goaltending. 4) Special teams. 5) Fabulous Finns. Ted’s big matchup is Jets centres vs. McDavid.
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Winnipeg Sun: Dano dodges bullet. Quite the birthday surprise for the young forward. From the sounds of it he should be OK although as you can see he is a little worse for wear.
Winnipeg Sun: Jets preparing for McDavid. With the friendship/rivalry between 97 on the Oilers and 55 on the Jets might we see another round of Paper, Rock and Scissors during pre-game skate?
Winnipeg Free Press: Multi-talented McDavid poses multiple headaches for Jets. (Paywall). Mike writes about the challenges the Jets will face when one of the most dynamic players in the NHL invades the MTS Centre later tonight.
Edmonton Journal: Game day preview. For the Oilers perspective head over to Edmonton writer Jim Matheson which includes 1) Who to watch. 2) What’s in the tank? 3) How they match up? 4) Set up notes and 5) Injuries.
Official Jets site: Reinforcements arrive as Jets prepare for Oilers. Ryan brings you up to speed with some of the Jets news that took place this afternoon.
Illegal Curve: Jets Practice Report. The return of Tobias Enstrom, injury updates on Dano/Perreault and audio from Ehlers, Scheifele, Perreault and coach Maurice.
Jets audio:
TSN 1290 Winnipeg: The Big Show. Play-by-play man Paul Edmonds joined the Big Show following the Jets 3-2 win over the Devils including Bryan Little’s return to action, Marko Dano’s high stick and Patrik Laine’s ridiculous shot which is making him must-watch TV.
Moose news:
Official Manitoba page: Eric Comrie makes 32 saves as Moose win third straight. Includes basic stats, goal summary, game story, quick hits and what’s next.
