Note: The NHLPA announced arbitration dates Thursday morning. Neal Pionk has his on August 13th while Andrew Copp’s is set for August 26th. Both sides can continue to negotiate a new contract.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: Arbitration dates set for Jets’ Pionk, Copp. Scott fleshes out the process with this article and gives his thoughts as to how it might play out.
Official Jets site: Stanley happy to sign deal, looking forward to 2021-22. Not a surprise that this one got done rather quickly.
The Athletic: Team Canada summer showcase: U18 standouts and World Junior roster projection. (Paywall). He rated Jets 2020 1St rounder Cole Perfetti as the “ best forward in camp”.
Moose news:
Illegal Curve: Moose goalie coach Rick St. Croix retiring; Drew MacIntyre will replace him. Big skates to fill as Rick St. Croix is an A+ human being and a well regarded goalie coach.
Moose video:
Illegal Curve: First media availability with Drew MacIntyre. A chat yesterday afternoon with the new goalie coach for Manitoba.