Note: It was another busy day of Jets training camp in Winnipeg on Friday. We heard from Gustav Nyquist (watch here), Cole Perfetti (watch here) and head coach Scott Arniel (watch here). Big focus on the impact of the Manitoba Miracle although team co-owner Mark Chipman provided a pretty emphatic answer to a question on the mind of many Jets fans when it comes to the long-term future of Kyle Connor. You can check out the full observations from day 2 here.
Note II: Jets Fan Fest at hockey for all centre (which does require a free ticket to get into). Doors open at 9 AM. Kevin Cheveldayoff is set to speak at 9:15 AM and then a player will speak at 9:30 AM. Group 1 and 2 will skate at 10 AM and then have a scrimmage at 10:50 AM while Group 3 hits the ice at 11 AM. They will also be doing an interview with a Moose player (12:15 PM) and coaches (12:30 PM) interviews followed by another Jets player at 12:45 PM and head coach Scott Arniel at 1 PM.
Note III: We are also be broadcasting a live edition of the Illegal Curve Hockey Show from 9 AM to 11 AM. Joining us will be play-by-play voice Paul Edmonds and Jets Sr Host/Producer Sara Orlesky.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: The evolution of Winnipeg Jets forward Cole Perfetti. From Prickfetti to the man who scored the Manitoba Miracle, it was a big season for the 2020 draft pick. You can bet he will be looking for an even bigger one this season.
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Winnipeg Sun: Nyquist sees Winnipeg as chance to chase elusive Stanley Cup. If he can find his same form from two seasons ago it will be big for both him and the organization.
Winnipeg Free Press: Encore for Perfetti includes linemate Toews. (Paywall). He’s had some fantastic linemates in his young career. With his learning nature you can be sure he’ll be a sponge for what his new linemates are gonna be sharing.
Winnipeg Free Press: ‘It would be awesome to experience it again’. (Paywall). Kenny caught up with Tanner Pearson as he seeks another Stanley Cup.
The Athletic Winnipeg: What I’m seeing at Jets camp: Scott Arniel is setting Stanley Cup ambitions. (Paywall). Murat provides you with his thoughts on what’s happening at camp.
Global News: Jets may not match last season’s highs, but might be closer to ultimate goal. The Presidents’ Trophy was a big accomplishment but that’s not what players focus on.
Jets video/audio:
100% Hockey with Millard & Shannon: Mark Chipman on Jonathan Toews, team culture & the Winnipeg Jets. Executive Chairman and Governor Mark Chipman joins 100% Hockey with Millard & Shannon for a wide-ranging conversation as a new season begins. With Jonathan Toews donning a Jets jersey for the first time, Chipman shares what the veteran centre brings to the organization and how his presence can shape team culture. He also weighs in on what defines success in today’s NHL, reflects on Winnipeg’s recent playoff results, and addresses the reality of declining sellouts at Canada Life Centre despite a competitive team on the ice.
