Note: The Jets travelled on Friday as they looked to reset in preparation for their final game of their four-game road trip which wraps up in Columbus this evening. They did send Danny Zhilkin back to the Moose yesterday. Morning skate for Winnipeg gets underway at 10:30 AM CT so stay tuned for the pre-game report to ensure you’re up-to-date on the latest. Puck drop is at 6 PM CT.
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 starting around 8:40 PM CT.
Note III: The Moose had a bad opening 20 yesterday when they played host to the Griffins to kick off six straight at home. But they turned things around scoring three goals (including the first ever pro goal by prospect Jacob Julien) in the middle frame to tie things up after 40 minutes. But after trading chances early in the 3rd it was the top ranked Grand Rapids that took over and they went on to win 6-3. The good news for them is the team chasing them (Admirals) also lost 6-3 which means they remain three back of the 4th spot in the Central. Manitoba will get a chance for revenge on Grand Rapids this afternoon in a re-match. Puck drop at 2 PM CT.
Note IV: Join us today at 9 AM on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show for two hours of hockey talk as we get you set for the Jets and Blue Jackets game. We will be joined by Free Press Jets writer Mike McIntyre and The Athletic Blue Jackets writer Aaron Portzline. Come be part of the discussion here.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: Arniel’s Jets, Bowness’s Blue Jackets, clash in Ohio. Teacher vs student in a game that both clubs desperately need.
Winnipeg Free Press: Jets look forward to playing old head coach as club lands in Columbus. (Paywall). They are sure gonna wanna show up when they take on their former coach.
The Athletic Winnipeg: Jets can’t afford to let late surge prevent hard questions about organizational missteps. (Paywall). Murat says you can’t ignore what we’ve been watching all season long for the more recent surge.
Moose news:
Winnipeg Free Press: Manitoba Moose in playoff hunt. (Paywall). Mike gives you his thoughts on the AHL club.
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