Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers

Note: The Jets ended the pre-holiday schedule on a high note with a big 5-1 win over the Bruins in Winnipeg before taking off a few days for rest and relaxation. That is all done as they resume the NHL schedule with a game in Chicago against the Blackhawks. It’s a bit of an unusual gameday with most of the team getting to Illinois this morning (CBA rules don’t allow for travel yesterday) so all eyes will be on morning skate which gets underway at 11:30 AM CST. All the relevant news will be posted in the pre-game report so check back for that. Puck drop is at 8 PM CST.

Note II: This evening, after the final buzzer sounds between Winnipeg and Chicago, we want you to be part of the conversation on the Illegal Curve Post-Game Show as we discuss and analyze the results of the game.

Note III: The Moose have one final day of holidays before they resume their season in Winnipeg where they will hit the ice for practice as they get set for a weekend series against the Stars which includes the always popular New Years Eve game (in the late afternoon).

Jets news:

Winnipeg Free Press: Jets look to continue stellar play in December to remember. (Paywall). This team has shown a consistency that, despite being off for a four day stretch, should be able to resume fairly quickly against the rather sad sack Hawks this evening. 

Winnipeg Free Press: Trio of prospects in the spotlight at WJC. (Paywall). Mike gets you caught up with the players in the pipeline.

The Hockey Writers: Gabe Vilardi One-on-One: Overcoming early career adversity. Connor caught up with the red-hot winger as he and his linemates hope to continue this strong streak out of the holiday break.

Jets prospects at World Junior video:

Sportsnet: Jets prospect Salomonsson gets 5 and a game for hit-from-behind on Latvia’s Veckaktins. Check this out, as Winnipeg Jets prospect Elias Salomonsson receives a 5-minute major and game misconduct for this dangerous hit-from-behind on Latvia’s Emils Veckaktins.