Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers

Note: The Jets are on holiday break until February 9th. Not sure how notable the news is but take it for what it is worth in that former Winnipeg forward (and 1st rounder from 2017) Kristian Vesalainen signed a one-year extension to remain in Finland with HIFK for the 2023-24 season.

Note II: The Moose will kick off the final pair of games before the All-Star break starting tonight in Milwaukee. Puck drop is at 7 PM CST.

Note III: The Ice are in Brandon tonight where they take on their provincial rival Wheat Kings. Puck drop is at 7 PM CST.

Jets news:

The Hockey News: Keeping up with the NHL’s Central Division (Top four). They take a look at the projections, what they may do and their cap situation.

Sportsnet: Tears, dedication and hope: How Jets’ Josh Morrissey got to NHL All-Star Game. An excellent piece from Ken ahead of the NHL All-Star game on the Jets top Dman and what he did to get himself to this point.

Jets video:

TSN: What type of player are Jets looking to add before the deadline? Jay Onrait caught up with Winnipeg bureau chief John Lu to discuss how the Jets’ season has gone so far, and what type of player GM Kevin Cheveldayoff will be looking to acquire before the trade deadline.

TSN: Who is Canada’s best chance at a Stanley Cup? Which Canadian team has the best chance to turn talent into a Stanley Cup? Mike Johnson and Kevin Weekes join Gino Reda to discuss.

Global News: Jets update with John Shannon. Where will the Winnipeg Jets finish in the Central Division? What will happen with Pierre-Luc Dubois? 680 CJOB hockey analyst John Shannon gives his thoughts on the Jets as we hit the All-Star break.