Note: The Jets returned from their mentors trip with six out of six points and a lot of happy dads, family and/or friends in tow sitting in top spot in the entire NHL. They took Monday off although we did learn that Connor Hellebuyck had been named Third Star of the Week for the second straight week. With it being a gameday all eyes will be on morning skate which gets underway at 10:30 AM CST. All the relevant news will be posted in the pre-game report so check back for that. Puck drop is at 7 PM CST.
Note II: This evening, after the final buzzer sounds between Winnipeg and Columbus, 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 will travel today as they get set to face the Senators for the third straight time on Wednesday although this game will take place at CAA Arena in Belleville as they kick off three straight on the road.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: Boon, boost and bang for the buck: Winnipeg Jets thriving three years after The Trade. Paul looks at where things stand three years after the big Laine/Dubois trade between Winnipeg and Columbus.
Winnipeg Free Press: Laurent Brossoit back up to speed. (Paywall). Unlike last year the Jets have a backup netminder that they can have complete confidence in.
The Athletic Winnipeg: The Winnipeg Jets are first in the NHL. Here’s why you should believe in them. (Paywall). Your eyes are not deceiving you. This is not a mirage. Murat details why that is.
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Global News: Only one ‘first place’ matters for Winnipeg Jets. It’s like imposter syndrome has struck with many expressing disbelief that this is real. Well as they said on Seinfeld “They’re real and they’re spectacular”.
Jets video:
Got Yer’ Back Podcast: Winnipeg Jets have something really special going on right now. TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, Pierre LeBrun and Mike Johnson spend some time on the success of the Winnipeg Jets. They also end the podcast discussing the Ryan Hartman/Cole Perfetti situation.
Winnipeg Sports Talk: Winnipeg Jets are first in the NHL. Connor Hrabchak hosts Winnipeg Jets Weekly – a review of the past week in Winnipeg Jets news and a look ahead of what’s to come. Connor discusses the Winnipeg Jets road trip sweep through San Jose, Anaheim and Arizona.
