Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers

Note: The Jets were off on Monday following a 2-3-0 road trip which started off with two straight wins but ended with three straight losses. They face a similarly angry Oilers team who have lost their last couple of games. Morning skate for the Jets gets underway at 10:30 AM CDT. All the relevant news will be posted in the pre-game report so check back for that. Puck drop is at 7 PM CDT.

Note II: This evening, after the final buzzer sounds between Winnipeg and Edmonton, 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 were also off on Monday after a weekend split with the Canucks that saw them win on Saturday and lose on Sunday. Today they will hit the ice for a practice as they prepare to face the Marlies tomorrow and Friday to conclude their homestand.

Jets news:

Winnipeg Sun: Even sportswriters in a cold sweat over Jets. Paul’s point is that generally speaking you get a sense of the team you’re covering but lately it’s been difficult to be able to consistently know which team you’re going to be watching. 

Winnipeg Free Press: Frustratingly inconsistent Jets running hot, cold and in between. (Paywall). Can you be consistently inconsistent? 

Global News: Rough weekend for Jets raises legitimate questions as playoffs loom. It’s amazing how quickly a narrative can change. Beat the Rangers last Tuesday and suddenly folks are planning a parade. Three straight losses and why bother playing in the playoffs as you’re an easy first round out.

Sportsnet: Friedman talks Winnipeg Jets structure, impact of Vilardi, Perfetti usage and more. Friedman spoke about the Jets on yesterday’s 32 Thoughts Podcast which is transcribed here.

TSN: Is Winnipeg’s slowed offensive production reason for concern? Travis Yost breaks it all down here.

Jets video:

WST: Winnipeg Jets Weekly. Connor Hrabchak reviews the past week in Winnipeg Jets news and a look ahead of what’s to come. Connor discusses the Winnipeg Jets road trip through New York against the Rangers, Devils, Islanders and Capitals.