Locked On Jets - Daily Podcast On The Winnipeg Jets

On tonight's podcast, we welcome Prime Monday Night's between the benches analyst Thomas Hickey to chat about the Winnipeg Jets season thus far. What has held this Jets team back from greatness? Should Winnipeg split the top line if the scoring dries up, or is it only a temporary patch for what the team needs? What can we expect in the game against the Ottawa Senators later this evening? We also chat about Winnipeg's win over the Caps this past weekend, and whether or not the Jets are actually back!

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The Winnipeg Jets season is spiraling out of control, and even the prospect of Hellebuyck's imminent return feels dim at best. What went wrong against the Boston Bruins? Is this trend of defeats likely to change when Helly's back in net, or is this team beyond redemption? How will the Jets prepare for an even tougher battle against the Washington Capitals? Is Arniel finally losing his last bit of patience with the team and front office?

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The news that Hellebuyck is nearing his return to the line-up is both soothing and concerning. Are the Winnipeg Jets rushing him back too quickly? What will his impact be on the present and the rest of the season? Is this truly worth pursuing right now, especially with the offense continuing to struggle? How will the Jets prepare ahead of a tough match-up with the Boston Bruins? Can they build on the solid play they offered against Dallas?

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The Winnipeg Jets welcomed the Dallas Stars back to Winnipeg ice for the first time since a humbling defeat at the start of the season. How did Winnipeg respond in this rematch? Were the Jets able to play a stronger game, or was this loss much like the first outing? What can Winnipeg build on from the defeat? Why are the Jets so against calling up and using David Gustafsson?

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Well, as the saying goes, things probably can't get much worse for the Winnipeg Jets, right? A Tuesday night game against the Dallas Stars begins a stretch that just might prove the opposite. The remainder of December is something of a playoff gauntlet, and little in Winnipeg's recent play would indicate the team is prepared to face it. Who could the Jets filch points off of? Are there any real prospects of this team being above .500 when Hellebuyck returns? What is the upside of all of these struggles?

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The Winnipeg Jets split the weekend slate of games against the Buffalo Sabres and Edmonton Oilers. After all was said and done, all we could feel as fans was...apathy. This season is spiraling out of control and the temporary reprieve of a win against a bottom-feeder hasn't stopped the absolute drubbings that follow. Is it time for Winnipeg to give up and give in to the tank? Why should they start thinking about this now, rather than in a few months?

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The Winnipeg Jets have been begging for someone, anyone, to score goals that isn't on the top line. At long last, the Jets got exactly against the Buffalo Sabres. While the game wasn't exactly a Picasso defensively, Winnipeg received some much needed scoring support from the fourth line to seal 2 points in the books. Who led the way offensively for the Jets? Will Winnipeg make any alterations to the lines ahead of the game against Edmonton? How many ways can Arniel realistically reconfigure the bottom-9?

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The Winnipeg Jets have been down in the dumps lately. There's a chance to turn things around against the Buffalo Sabres on Friday, but even a win will likely feel somewhat hollow. What should Jets fans be rooting for at this point? Do we want a Winnipeg playoff appearance, or would it be better to start sliding back towards a top-10 pick? What is Winnipeg's best outcome for the season, and how can they achieve it? Amidst a growing likelihood that things could get rough in the near-term, what lights exist at the end of the tunnel for the...

Another week of Jets hockey, another pair of defeats to match. Losses against Buffalo and Montreal have left Winnipeg behind in the Wild Card race. The loss to the Sabres highlighted everything wrong with this team. The shootout defeat in Montreal wasn't much better. Is this season over already, or is there still time for Winnipeg to salvage things? Why are the Jets so stubborn and steadfast in their approach that keeps failing to produce results?

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The Winnipeg Jets might just be bad, and a recent interview from the Free Press with Kevin Cheveldayoff seems to indicate the front office didn't expect this. Are the Jets truly surprised here, or were they simply expecting the team to adjust and perform? What can Winnipeg even do to survive this stretch, and are the playoffs even realistic? How will the Jets prepare for a fast Habs team that has given them fits before?

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It's tough to describe the recent run of Winnipeg Jets hockey as anything other than uninspiring. The team looks relatively listless and outmatched against top teams, and even the bottom-feeders have made them sweat. Despite a bad loss against the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, Winnipeg managed to salvage the weekend with a win against Nashville. Is it worth celebrating, or something of a hollow victory? How should Winnipeg fans feel with a game against another bottom-feeder in Buffalo this evening?

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The Winnipeg Jets are in search of a pulse. After a handful of losses that ran the gamut in quality, Winnipeg just needs to find a way to secure a point or two. Will they find it against the Carolina Hurricanes, who defeated them last week? What changes might Arniel put together to try and get this team's scoring going again? How are the Swedish prospects faring? And on the North American side, have any of the Winnipeg youth impressed this year?

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The Winnipeg Jets season is starting to teeter into uncomfortable territory. While things are far from settled right now, the Jets can scarcely afford to drop many more points. Will Cheveldayoff take the reins and turn this team around before Hellebuyck returns? What can Winnipeg realistically do to try and give this squad a spark? Have the Moose finally turned a corner, and should we be pleased with the way they're currently handling youth deployments?

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Another day, another loss for the Winnipeg Jets. What went wrong in Washington against a Caps team that sported a similar record coming into the evening? How did Salomonsson do in his first NHL game? Where do the Jets go from here? Is there any offense to be had from anyone that isn't on the top lines and pairings? Will Winnipeg even be in a playoff conversation when Hellebuyck returns? Is it worth investing assets into this team, or holding off until next year?

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Like a bunch of hounds baying for blood, we've been looking for a much-needed spark on this Winnipeg Jets team. Under the hood, there's plenty that appears to be shaping up, but the team itself needs some sort of moment of brightness amidst the injury crisis. Earlier today, Winnipeg offered that lighthouse moment, with Elias Salomonsson officially recalled to the big club. Where will he play in the game against the Washington Capitals? What other changes does Arniel have in store for this line-up? Is the Brad Lambert trade really that imminent?

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The Winnipeg Jets have been shutout again, and the frustration for the team is palpable. After 9 straight wins against the Minnesota Wild, a loss was overdue, but the timing is especially complicated. The rest of the league isn't ceding playoff ground, and the Jets need answers before they give too deep a hole. What can Winnipeg do to try and gain more finishing ability without resorting to trades? Will the Jets ever pull the nuclear option and split the top line? Why are the margins so narrow for Winnipeg to keep pace in the playoff race?

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The news that Connor Hellebuyck is getting surgery hit like a bit of a freight train. The Winnipeg Jets had to dust themselves off and get back to work, because the Cup-contending Carolina Hurricanes were in town. The Jets may not have emerged the victors in this outing, but the effort was commendable. How did Comrie fare in his first major start as the full time number 1? What will Winnipeg need to do to survive the next month or so without Hellebuyck? Who needs to be the hero for the Jets through November and December?

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In disappointing but unsurprising news, Brad Lambert has requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets. The team has agreed to allow him to work with external groups to facilitate the deal. Is it time for Chevy to once again work his trading wizardry? Will this trade finally force the Jets to get aggressive and find help for this core? What might a return look like? Should we be concerned about the number of Jets players who've asked for trades? How will the Canes line up against the Jets, and why might this be a minor must-win for Winnipeg?

In a bit of surprise evening news, the Winnipeg Jets have re-signed captain Adam Lowry to a 5 year deal. What will this new contract mean in the Jets landscape? Is it time for Winnipeg to embrace a new role for the sturdy veteran? How are the Jets looking in the standings headed into the fable American Thanksgiving playoff deadline? Will Nik Ehlers receive a warm welcome or a frosty reception in his return to Winnipeg?

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After a nightmarish trip through the Pacific Division, home ice felt like a glorious panacea for the Winnipeg Jets. They welcomed a tired Columbus Blue Jackets team into Canada Life Centre, and promptly beat the snot out of the Jackets for 60 minutes. Who led the way for a Jets team needing a spark? Is Lowry finally back to his elite 2-way self, and could he be the second line centre the Jets have been looking for? With the Moose kids returning home, what can we take from their stint with the big club?

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The vibes around the Winnipeg Jets haven't been great lately. The team has scuffled along after a hot start at home. What's led to the recent downturn in form, and is the win in Calgary a sign that the slide is over, or a temporary reprieve? What's wrong with the current arrangement of talent in Winnipeg? Is there any way for the Jets to resolve their issues, or is it better to ride the season out? What teams might be looking to sell early, and should Winnipeg be giving them a ring?

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The Winnipeg Jets were always expected to take a step back, but this recent streak of play has left fans wondering what the team can do to fix things. Another mediocre performance against the Seattle Kraken hasn't answered any questions. What went wrong in the next iteration of this Road Trip from Hell? What conversation should we be having about the performance of Jonathan Toews so far? Can Arniel actually solve any of this team's issues, or is the problem beyond his reach?

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The last game against the Seattle Kraken didn't go according to Winnipeg's plan. Tonight's rematch is a chance for the Jets to build a new winning streak and take revenge against an opponent that stifled their offense back in Manitoba. How will the Jets prepare against a Seattle squad that played stingy, low-event hockey? Are the Jets thinking about any pre-trade deadline deals, or should they wait until March to make their moves? Is Brayden Yager a lot closer to the NHL than anticipated?

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The last few games have been less than stellar for the Winnipeg Jets. After head coach Scott Arniel called the team out over the weekend, Winnipeg needed to respond in a match-up with Vancouver. Uneven play may not have set hearts alight, but the Jets earned a much-needed win. Will it spark the team to return to winning ways? Is Samberg's return imminent, and what will his line-up addition mean for the team? How tight will the race for the playoffs remain for the next few months?

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Growing frustration with Winnipeg's recent standard of play has left Scott Arniel frustrated. The Jets know the level of game they need to have to win every night, and the last several road efforts have fallen below that mark. What was Arniel's reaction to Winnipeg's last few West Coast outings? Why is the team continuing to struggle at 5v5? Can the Jets rebound and put on a performance worth celebrating in Vancouver?

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The Winnipeg Jets have gone winless in California, capping off a miserable 3-game stretch with an ugly loss in Anaheim. Is this stretch just a brief stumble, or a sign of much bigger issues? Where does the blame lie with the condition of the roster and line-up? Who can the Jets call upon to try and bring a spark to the team? What should Arniel do to try and get this line-up going again?

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The Winnipeg Jets are involved in some late night Friday hockey against the San Jose Sharks, and the game has been a genuine track-meet for both sides. What have the Jets done well against an impetuous, talented Sharks squad? Should Winnipeg make any adjustments to finish this one out? Is the penalty kill once again helping to carry Winnipeg against tough, high-scoring units? How will the Jets prepare for an even tougher game against the Anaheim Ducks?

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The Winnipeg Jets are back in action against the San Jose Sharks this Friday. What can Winnipeg expect from a Sharks team that has begun to show some very promising signs of growth? Should the Jets be somewhat worried about the Sharks offense? Where are the match-up mismatches the Jets can exploit? How has Brad Lambert looked in his past few games, and is he beginning to make a real case to stick around? What do we think the Jets might get out of this long Pacific Division road-trip?

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In a late night outing against the LA Kings, the Winnipeg Jets were lulled into a deep slumber. Despite the shutout scoreline, things weren't nearly as sleepy as they appeared. Puck luck and finishing struggles kept the Winnipeg offense in check. What else kept the Jets from finding paydirt against a stingy Kings team? Is the lack of scoring something to be concerned about, or an expected outcome given the current roster? How has Toews fared in his first 13 games as a Jet? Is there upside to reach in the future?

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The Winnipeg Jets have been without one of the heartbeats of the team for the start of the season. At long last, captain Adam Lowry is set to return against the LA Kings. What can Jets fans expect in the vaunted centre's reintroduction to the line-up? How will Winnipeg deal with the unexpected injury to Morgan Barron? How are the baby Jets doing at both the professional and non-professional levels? Are any of the youth standing out from the pack?

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After a huge win against Chicago, the Winnipeg Jets decided to continue their winning ways against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Just like the previous outing, Winnipeg's effort was positively dominant, humbling the high-flying Penguins in short order. Were there any notable adjustments that led to Winnipeg's success? How will the Jets deal with the simultaneous return of Lowry and loss of Barron? Should the Manitoba Moose consider making a coaching change before the season slips away, or is it still too early to hit the alarm?

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Who would've thought a battle that included two of the top ranked teams in the NHL would be between the Jets and...the Pittsburgh Penguins?! Such has been the start to season for a Pens team that has discovered the Fountain of Youth. What can Winnipeg expect from this new-look roster around Crosby? Do the Jets plan to make any line-up adjustments? How will the returns of Lowry, Perfetti, and Samberg impact the line-up? Will the Jets have a November to remember?

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Many of Winnipeg's recent victories have felt like the closest of margins. For once, the Jets finally had a game where they humbled the opponents. Who rose to the top for a battered Winnipeg squad? Is this Jets top line capable of taking the team to greater heights? How will the Jets deal with the potential loss of Nyquist for a game or two? Are the Manitoba Moose finally starting to put it together, or should we still be concerned about their start?

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The Winnipeg Jets may be ailing right now, but they can still find ways to beat the Minnesota Wild. In a game where Winnipeg's defensive structure struggled to withstand the Wild's best attempts, it was the Jets who found every greasy goal needed to eke out a big 2 points. Who stood tall for the Jets when they didn't have their best game? Is there really any choice other than to put Colin Miller in? Why should Winnipeg make this swap sooner than later? What will Adam Lowry's return mean for the team?

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A tough but spirited loss to the Utah Mammoth won't deter the Winnipeg Jets for long. The weekend may have been disappointing, but hopes springs eternal for a new winning streak to begin in Minnesota. How might the Wild line-up against the Jets? Are they a legitimate Central Division threat, or a shell of themselves? What should we make of the performances from the Jets call-ups? Did they cement roles at this level, or fail to deliver? How should Winnipeg handle a healthier line-up going forward?

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We all knew a game against the Utah Mammoth wasn't going to be easy. The Winnipeg Jets are without 3 of their best two-way players, and facing a team on a 6-game win streak. Despite long odds of victory, Winnipeg actually put together a pretty decent outing against Utah. Unfortunately, mistakes from a few too many familiar culprits put the Jets in the L column. What can Winnipeg do to try and squeeze more out of this team? Is there any way whatsoever to try and improve this defense?

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The Winnipeg Jets were none too pleased to be shutout by the Seattle Kraken last night, and came into tonight's game against the Flames with a slight chip on their shoulder. Early fatigue threatened to take the sting out of Winnipeg's performance, but the Jets finally found daylight in the middle frame to come out ahead. How did the Jets regain their scoring mojo? Should Winnipeg have been in on the deal earlier in the day for Lukas Reichel? How will the Jets prepare for a fast and fierce Utah Mammoth team?

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The Winnipeg Jets have finally had their 5-game winning streak ended. For the first time in 6 games, the Jets were shut out by the opposition. What went wrong against a Kraken team that hasn't played the most resolute hockey? Are there any signs for concern when it comes to the even-strength offense? What tweaks could the Jets make that might squeeze a little more out of the team? Is Colin Miller the fix to what ails Winnipeg's backend, or a slight bandaid on a major problem?

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The Winnipeg Jets are gearing up for a very busy weekend of hockey. With 3 games in 4 nights, the Jets will face Seattle, Calgary, and Utah. How will the Kraken fare against a battle-tested, rugged Jets team? Can Winnipeg open the weekend with a big 2 points? How have the other rookies in Chibrikov and Ford looked in their first games of the season? Is there a clear favorite amongst the Jets youth? What do the early standings look like? Are there any big shocks to start the season?

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It only took 6 games, but the wait for Jonathan Toews' first Winnipeg Jets goal felt like an eternity. With Winnipeg trailing the Calgary Flames late, Toews finally hit paydirt. From there, the unstoppable Jets top line duo of Connor and Scheifele delivered the dagger. How were the other 58 minutes of hockey, then? Should Winnipeg be concerned about the number of penalties they're averaging to start the season? How did Brad Lambert look in his first Jets game of the season?

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The journey for Mark Scheifele has never been easy. From all of the pressure of being the team's first draft selection, to the tragedy of his father's sudden passing last year, Scheifele has shouldered many burdens. That made the moment he became the franchise's scoring leader so much sweeter. In less than 3 minutes, Scheifele became the Winnipeg Jets franchise points record-holder against the Nashville Predators. Did it spur the team on to defeat their fierce rivals? Who else stood tall against the Preds? How will the team continue their form against a struggling Calgary Flames squad? Do the Moose...

After an off-season of massive investment and a roster overhaul, expectations were very high for the Manitoba Moose. The early returns for the team have been a bit of a mess, just 3 games into the season. Are the problems the sort you'd expect to work themselves out over time, or should Winnipeg be a bit more concerned about trends from last season bleeding into this one? How will Winnipeg prepare for its own match-up against the Preds? Does Nashville even have enough firepower to seriously test the Jets? What does the week ahead look like for Jets hockey?

The Winnipeg Jets needed a scant 15 shots on goal to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-2. Did Winnipeg concede more than that at the other end, or was this a stifling performance from the Jets? Who impressed the most in a game where scoring came from some surprising sources? Are the Flyers making the most of their own talent? Will this hot streak Mark Scheifele is on continue? Could it earn him reps with Team Canada? What about the youth rotation game the Jets are employing? Does that make sense?

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After making it through a back-and-forth affair in Long Island, the Winnipeg Jets are in town to face the Philadelphia Flyers. What can we expect from a Flyers team under a new coaching staff, and with the recent addition of Trevor Zegras? Is this on-paper Philadelphia team surprisingly deep? Why might the Jets still come out ahead in this match-up? Is there a reason Winnipeg keeps benching Colin Miller? How are some of the Jets prospects faring in their season starts?

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The Winnipeg Jets continued their winning form on Thanksgiving with a 5-2 victory over the New York Islanders. Was the game as lopsided as the score implies, or was this a closer-run affair? Who impressed the most for the Jets in the first road game of the season? What can we take away from Toews' first few games as a Winnipeg Jets? What do we think of the team 3 games into the season?

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Happy Thanksgiving! With the holiday well underway, the Winnipeg Jets have been blessed with an afternoon game. After showing the Kings with the Jets stars are capable of, they'll have another chance to feast on a retooling Islanders squad. What can we expect in the first road game of the year? Will the Jets repeat their match-up success against a New York team that doesn't have much elite depth left?

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The Winnipeg Jets are still a little more shorthanded than we'd like, but that wasn't enough to stop them from getting their first win of the season against the LA Kings. What went right after a rough season opener a few nights before? Was this the response the Jets needed? Who stood tall in a back-and-forth game? How will Winnipeg handle the injury of Fleury going forward? Are the Manitoba Moose the real deal this season?

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The season opener for the Winnipeg Jets was always going to be a bit of a tricky scenario. With the Jets facing a vaunted Dallas Stars team while missing 3 important players, the battle was uphill. I'm still not sure anyone was prepared for how uphill the battle was, with Winnipeg enduring penalty troubles and poor defending throughout the game. What went right and wrong for the Jets? Was Toews able to make a noticeable impact? What will Winnipeg do about this troublesome blueline? Are there any changes ahead of Saturday's game against LA?

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The season is FINALLY here, and the Winnipeg Jets have a date with their former playoff nemesis in the Dallas Stars. How will both teams potentially line up heading into the first game of the Jets season? Will Winnipeg have Toews in for his first true Jets game? How will the defense cope without Samberg to start the season? Are some of the season predictions still on track based on the changes since we last checked in, or is Winnipeg's year about to get more interesting?

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After weeks of waiting, we finally have a resolution to the Kyle Connor contract saga. He's now locked up for the next 8 hours at a cap hit that's not as insane as it could have been. What can we expect from the American going forward? What will the Jets need to do in order to maximize the now locked-in core? Can Winnipeg find a way to go from being a great regular season team to a truly elite playoff threat again?

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In a rather unexpected turn of events, Nikita Chibrikov is about to begin his true tenure with the Winnipeg Jets. What injury has forced the young Russian back into the Jets line-up? What can we expect from one of the top scorers on the Moose squad? Will Nikita be one of the pieces to help complete the puzzle of Winnipeg's offense this season? How close are the Jets and Kyle Connor to settling their contract negotiations? Will that dictate Winnipeg's present and future? Where will Ville Heinola now go after being waived by the Jets?

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It'll be nice to bid farewell to this somewhat cursed preseason hockey. The Winnipeg Jets are banged up, and must now heal quickly ahead of their season opener against Dallas. What can we glean from a messy week or two of preseason hockey? Should we read into any of the blueline pairings, or is Arniel just experimenting a bit? Who will need to step up for the Jets to carry them through the first month and a half of the season?

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We're a week away from the start of the NHL season, and the Winnipeg Jets have nearly set their starting line-ups for the year. What remains for the team to sort out before the season starts? Are there any surprises, or is what we're seeing what was predicted from the start? How will the Jets navigate potentially tricky health situations for the next month and a half? Can Winnipeg avoid falling too far behind in the playoff race? Why are players like David Gustafsson sitting deeper on the depth charts than they should be?

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The Winnipeg Jets have been dealing with less than stellar health as of late. Already down Adam Lowry, their match-up centre, the Dylan Samberg news delivered a bit of a gut punch. Injury scares with Toews and Namestnikov against the Wild only heightened the need to get through the last game or two of pre-season as injury-free as possible. Who could step up for some of these guys if they have to miss time? Will Toews be good to go by the start of the season? What opportunities might this create for some of the youth to play? Can...

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The start of the NHL season is tantalizing close for the Winnipeg Jets. With the final preseason games this week, what can we expect to see from the Jets? Who will make the final line-up? Are there any potential surprises in store? Which prospects might last the longest before being returned to the Moose? Is this Ville Heinola's final chance to make the Winnipeg line-up, much less the NHL?

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Of all the guys the Winnipeg Jets could afford to lose to injury, Dylan Samberg was least among them. It naturally follows that a "freak accident" pulled him from Saturday's preseason contest. What happened, and is it thought to be longer-term? How will the Jets respond without one of their blueline cornerstones? Can the Jets sort out the Kyle Connor contract before the season begins, or will we be left waiting in limbo again? What's the current sticking point in negotiations?

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After a stretch of winless preseason games, the Winnipeg Jets have finally gotten their first victory. What led the Jets to a win over the Calgary Flames? Is this Jets top-6 likely to be the one the team carries into the start of the season? How did the Jets bottom-6 fare? How have the Jets youth handled their first big taste of pro competition? Will any of them actually fight for a roster spot this season? Who has Winnipeg sent down to the Moose as the curation of the final line-up continues?

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Preseason hockey is always a bit of a silly-season affair. The games are sloppy, the performances are helter skelter, and the scorelines can look funky. Such was the case for the Jets in their third game of preseason action. The trip to Edmonton looked ugly on paper, but Winnipeg demonstrated some solid forechecking and depth work that should translate to the regular season. Who stood out on a scoreless Jets evening? Is the new fourth line one to watch this year? What are some of the early takeaways we can lean on after three games of exhibition-level hockey?

After months of waiting, Winnipeg Jets fans finally got a real look at the Jonathan Toews experience on home ice. How did the veteran center look in his first game action in two years? Were his skating legs up to game-speed, or is he still shaking off rust? What impact might he have on the rest of the team? How did the other newcomers to the team look? Will Nyquist be able to poach goals despite the footspeed? Can Pearson rekindle his old LA Kings magic? Is Koepke a small hidden gem of a signing?

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After months of waiting, Winnipeg Jets fans are finally getting their first glimpse of Jonathan Toews in semiofficial game action. What will we see in his first true action as a Jet? Should we measure our season expectation for Toews, and how can he impact the Jets in other ways? Who should we be closely watching in tonight's preseason game? Will Perfetti take that next step forward? Are there line combos worth keeping an eye on for the season?

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In the first game of preseason action, the Winnipeg Jets youth had themselves a pretty strong outing. While the team fell short in OT, the overall performance was impressive. Which young rookies stood out from the pack? Is Danny Zhilkin finally re-asserting himself as a top Winnipeg prospect? How did Lambert and Chibrikov fare? Will Elias Salomonsson become one of the top-5 Jets defensemen ever drafted in this franchise era?

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The Winnipeg Jets and Kyle Connor are closing in on a new extension. Is this deal the right call for Winnipeg, or are the Jets making a longer-term mistake? How can this deal work for both parties, and what are the projected costs looking like? Once signed, can the Jets make the most of the current competitive window with some major trades? What else does Winnipeg need to do in order to maximize the next 3 years of Jets hockey?

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We're finally into the first days of Winnipeg Jets training camp and the early line combinations have been...revealing. While not surprising, is there reason to expect something different from this year's team? How can the sum of the parts exceed the on-paper arrangements? Will Winnipeg experiment more during pre-season, or are the training camp lines the ones we should expect for October? Is running it back with this group good enough for a playoff run, or is there still work to do?

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Preseason is just a few days away and both the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose appear ready for business. Which Jets prospects might be cornerstones of the Moose offense this year? What should we be looking for heading into Winnipeg's preseason games this weekend? Are there any potential line-up battles worth watching for? Will Arniel finally rearrange the top-9, or should we expect more of the same?

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It was an entertaining weekend in Montreal, and a number of Winnipeg Jets prospects put on quite the show for fans. Who stood out the most amongst Winnipeg's skaters? Has Danny Zhilkin finally unlocked a new level for this upcoming Moose season? Are the Jets set for the present and future in-goal? How did prospect stocks look following the weekend of action? Did anyone look a bit rustier than expected, or were the performances what we anticipated?

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The Winnipeg Jets walked into the Prospect Showdown with a talented roster that lacked top-10 draft picks. Many of their peers in the showcase had some remarkably high selections, including Montreal's Demidov. Despite facing some stiff competition, many of the Jets youth soared, including a few names you might not have expected. How did the baby Winnipeg Jets do over this past weekend? Are there any interesting points for the youth after these first few games of action?

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The upcoming Winnipeg Jets season is one shrouded in a level of mystery. We're seeing a fairly new-look team coming into the year, and it's unclear as to how the new arrivals will fit in. What would a successful season look like, even if the Jets struggle in the playoffs? If Winnipeg has a tougher season, what would constant a failed year? Is a successful year or a failed season more likely?

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The Winnipeg Jets are just a day or so away from the Prospect Showdown in Montreal. What are we expecting to see from this two-day tournament? Will any of the Jets young guns soar above expectations? Can any of the camp invites earn a spot with the Moose for the upcoming season? What should we be looking out for as we start getting prepared for pre-season hockey? Will Cole Perfetti take an even bigger step forward this season?

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Over the next two seasons, the Winnipeg Jets roster might be primed for significant turnover. A number of the key pieces are still locked up, but what will happen to the middle and bottom-6 units? Might we begin to see the Jets finally graduate more prospects to the NHL? When might some of the biggest names in the pool be ready for big club duty? How far out are some of the newest arrivals to the prospect system? Are the Winnipeg Jets too old and slow, or is there a way to make it work for the playoffs?

The Winnipeg Jets are steadily returning from some time off from the rink, enthusiastic and ready to get to work. Which players were present on the first day of informal skates? Have the new guys made their maiden debuts in camp yet? What was Toews like in some of his first Jets action? Looking ahead, which prospects stocks are rising, and which have fallen? Will any of the downward-trending prospects rebound this season? What hidden gems might be hiding in Winnipeg's pipeline?

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It's often easy to overlook the AHL. Perceived as anywhere from a grinder's league to a prospect proving ground, the second tier of North American hockey is an important, but misunderstood league. The Winnipeg Jets might be about to see one of their best AHL squads they've fielded in some time. Why is it important for the Manitoba Moose to be developed into a powerhouse? Could this success at a lower level bleed into Winnipeg's future? Which Moose players might be "hidden gem" prospects for Jets fans to track?

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The Winnipeg Jets are gearing up for the Prospects Showdown next weekend in Montreal, but until then, the conversation continues to swirl around Kyle Connor. Kaprizov's rumored contract will be in the $16 million range over 8 years. Is that a comparable template for what Connor might be after? How should the Jets handle this if he starts to go well beyond $12 million? Did the NHL 26 ratings for Winnipeg hit the nail on the head, or are the player ratings all wrong? What should we be hopeful to see during the Prospects Showdown next weekend?

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The Prospect Showdown tournament is less than 2 weeks away, and the Winnipeg Jets have submitted their roster for the games. Which young guns made the cut, and what notable exclusions stand out? Why might players like Lambert have been left off the roster? Do we expect any youth to play more than a handful of games this year? Why would failing to lean on the kids be a losing proposition for the Jets? What are some of the bigger storylines heading into this season?

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The Winnipeg Jets love Kyle Connor, and Kyle Connor loves the Jets. Unfortunately, mutual adulation doesn't make a contract extension any easier for either party to hammer out. There's a belief that the Jets will get this contract done shortly, but it may look a little different than expected. What might Connor's next deal be like? Will the term be different than originally anticipated? What line-up might we see at the start of this upcoming season? What should Winnipeg fans be excited about heading into this season?

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On tonight's episode, we attempt to unpack a slightly unusual Winnipeg Jets off-season. How did the team navigate a post-President's trophy season? Did Winnipeg make any major acquisitions, or did the Jets do their usual and stay understated? What do we think of the contract extensions the team handed out? Were they all positive, or were there missed opportunities mixed in? How should we feel about the overall direction of the team?

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After a slightly rocky and unpredictable Winnipeg Jets off-season, we're just a little over a month away from the start of the season. What can we expect from this new-look squad? Will the changes in forward composition have a big impact on the regular season, or will Winnipeg notice it more in the playoffs? What would it take for the Jets to go on a deeper post-season run? Will the team's strong defensive structure continue to be a backbone to lean on, or will the 5v5 offense finally get the jump it needs?

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The 2019-20 Winnipeg Jets season was marked with relative disappointment. Despite some solid standings results, repeated defensive lapses and a mediocre playoff showing ended the season prematurely. Where are some of the forgotten contributors to that season now? Have any hung their skates up for the forseeable future? Are there still some active players out there? Why should Winnipeg fans be looking forward to the upcoming pre-season and camp?

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The 2018-19 Winnipeg Jets season was a bit of an odd one. Following the supreme success on the 2017-18 team, the 18-19 squad held its own but failed to meet the lofty expectations of the so-called "Jets dynasty". What went wrong that season? Which departed players did Maurice underutilize? Why was Winnipeg's blueline so threadbare that season? Have any of the former Jets players from that squad moved overseas? What do we make of JFresh's standings projections for this upcoming season?

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You already know I'm going to be metaphorically weepy about this team. The 2017-18 Winnipeg Jets squad was one of the best teams to fail to secure the Cup. While we may be forever heartbroken, the run was one to last a lifetime. Where are some of the legends from that team now? Did Lemieux continue on after his Jets days? What's Trouba up to following his Rangers tenure? Will Matt Hendricks ever use the Paralyzer again?

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The 2016-17 Winnipeg Jets season wasn't one many fans cherished, but the year that helped bring Laine to Winnipeg still had some fun players on the squad. Where are some former standouts and fan favorites like Perreault now? Is Nelson Nogier still playing his trade out there, or has he hung up the boots? Where did Shawn Matthias end his career? Is Nic Petan still sparking Twitter debates in North America, or has he moved abroad? We also check in on the Kyle Connor contract situation, which continues to be murky at best.

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Picking up where we left off last episode, we're checking in on some former Winnipeg Jets players, following up this time with players from the 2015-16 squad. First, though, we have to address the Kyle Connor elephant in the room. Is Seravalli's suggestion that KFC could be a good fit for Detroit a hint at what's been going on with contract negotiations? Moving back to the past, what Jets forwards from thew 15-16 team are still plying their trade? Are any of the defenders from that era active in North America or Europe?

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On tonight's episode, we take a walk back in time and check in on some of the forgotten and famous Winnipeg Jets of the first playoff squad in Jets 2.0 history. What are guys like Frolik and Enstrom up to these days? Which Jets skaters have hung the skates up and moved on to other pursuits? Are any of these former Jets in front office roles now, and if so, why might they have been chosen for those roles? Are any of these former Winnipeg players still in the NHL?

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The Locked On Podcast Network is preparing it's first ever top-100 NHL players list, and we've been asked to submit our top-3 to 4 recommendations per team. Who made the cut from Winnipeg's roster? Are there are worthy Jets runners-up who might not qualify for top-100 in the league, but live in the top-100 of our hearts? Which Jets rose to the peak of Winnipeg fame and glory, and how did they get there?

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Much has been made of the difficulty for prospects in the Winnipeg Jets system to graduate to the senior level. That tide may finally be starting to shift, though. Why might Winnipeg need to call upon more of the kids? Are the prospects they're drafting providing windows into the front office thinking? How many games could we expect to see our closest pro-ready youth play this year? Who should we watch out for during the Prospects Showdown in Montreal? What remains for the Jets to take care of before the start of the NHL season?

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The NHL rumor mill is bubbling a bit, and the Winnipeg Jets have been suggested as a potential landing spot for Nick Schmaltz. Why would the vet forward be out of favor in Utah? Is Schmaltz worth the potential asking price, and what would Winnipeg potentially need to give up to make the deal work? With the Penticton Young Stars Classic currently on hiatus, when is the earliest we'll see the Jets again? Might Winnipeg do some pre-preseason prospects showcases? How will the Jets resolve their current blueline logjam before the season starts?

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The Winnipeg Jets have a major contract question to settle with Kyle Connor by the end of this summer. Many may see the year left and feel it's not as urgent, but this is the most important decision the franchise has made thus far. Why is Kyle's contract so impactful on the direction of Winnipeg? Is there a wrong answer? What else do the Jets need to do after this deal? Is the power of friendship holding Winnipeg back at all, and if so, why? Do the Jets truly need to get tougher in the upcoming seasons, or is...

After the most successful regular season in Winnipeg Jets history, the team now needs to figure out how to parlay that into playoff success. What is in our wishlist for this upcoming year? Should this be a season of transition to prepare the Jets for a brighter future? Can Winnipeg find a way to attract a top young talent to join the team? What should we expect from the upcoming Olympics orientation and camp invites? Is there a prospect on the team right now who could become the next great Winnipeg Jet?

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The Dylan Samberg extension has unofficially set a 3-year window for the Winnipeg Jets to swing big. Can the Jets find replacements for Ehlers and the 2C hole the team still has? Is Winnipeg planning to use the upcoming season as a transition year, or are they just waiting for a gem to shake loose to strike early in the season? How long can Winnipeg afford to wait for a new winger and centre? Are there any internal prospects that might make the search easier? Will the Jets be prepared for the post-window reset, and what might that look...

A contract extension for Dylan Samberg was supposed to be a formality. A long-term deal was what we'd heard for weeks. Samberg did re-sign with the Winnipeg Jets, but on a much shorter 3-year deal. Why did the contract negotiations go all the way to the arbitration deadline? What does this contract say about Winnipeg's thought process for the future of the team? Are the Jets quietly preparing for a future teardown over the next few years? What is the plan for Winnipeg as we enter a new era of the NHL?

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We've often discussed the need for the Winnipeg Jets to be aggressive on the trade market, but as the dog days of summer roll on, it may be better for the team to wait it out. Should Winnipeg hold off until closer to the trade deadline for any big acquisitions? What kinds of players would make sense to target earlier in the season? Is there a benefit to being patient until the second half of the season? Could the Penguins be an ideal trading partner? How should the Jets begin to prepare for a high-cap league?

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There may be some relative uncertainty about what this year's upcoming Winnipeg Jets squad may look like, but that hasn't stopped me from being excited about camp and pre-season. This year's pre-season action may be especially competitive, with young rookies vying for spots held by departing veterans. Which of the newcomers might be a lock for the line-up? Will more than one rookie impress enough in pre-season to break into the team? When might Brayden Yager get his chance to make his mark in the NHL? Can Parker Ford earn a spot in the bottom-6, or is he Moose-bound?<...

We've often heard about the Winnipeg Jets being at the bottom of places to play amongst NHLers. Have the Jets finally begun to turn that narrative on its head? What could contracts like the Vilardi extension mean for Winnipeg's future? Will we see the Kyle Connor mega-deal announced in the near future? Why is this contract so vital for the Jets to sort out? Is the Samberg extension coming this week as well? How will this define Winnipeg's defense in the seasons to come?

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After a few quiet weeks around Winnipeg, the Jets finally have a big piece of news to share! Gabriel Vilardi has been locked up on a major 6-year deal at a very reasonable cap hit. What should we take away from this new extension? Does it make sense for both sides, or is one party in particular favored? Will we see the Samberg and Connor extensions shortly? Could Winnipeg also find a way to lure McTavish to the team? What might tip his thought process in a favorable light towards the Jets?

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The off-season has been relatively uneventful for Winnipeg outside of Ehlers departing and Toews officially signing. What does that mean for the major Jets free agents who are yet to sign? What's taking Winnipeg so long to finalize these cornerstone pieces? Is the looming Kyle Connor extension holding things up? How would a deal or trade around Connor reshape Winnipeg's future? Should the Jets inquire about Yegor Chinakhov, and what would a deal like that cost? What should we be looking out for over the next few months and the upcoming season?

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The 2025-26 season schedule for the Winnipeg Jets is finally here. Winnipeg will kick off the season at home against the Dallas Stars before mixing it up on the road for much of the start of the year. How will the Jets cope with a road-heavy beginning of the season? What will the February Olympics break do to the Jets fitness levels? Is the second half of the season being so home-heavy a big advantage in the playoff race? What contracts has Winnipeg signed over the last week or so?

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The bottom-6 for the Winnipeg Jets holds many questions and competition for roster spots. Will the new arrivals in Koepke and Pearson unseat the current rotation? How will Namestnikov perform if he is moved back to the fourth line? Should Iafallo really be on the bottom line, or is he too good to keep playing for only 10 minutes? Will we see any rookies potentially filtering in to the fourth for sheltered minutes?

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The Winnipeg Jets season is still a few months away, but questions about the middle-6 remain. How will the third line be arranged, especially with Adam Lowry slated to miss part of the early season? Will Adam be the same force of nature he is when he returns, or should Winnipeg prepare for an un-Lowry-like season? Can Chibrikov bring the scoring presence that trio has been missing, or will Nino have to carry the offensive burden?

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The summer is well underway and Winnipeg Jets fans have had a slew of questions about the upcoming season. No bigger question may be outstanding than what this new second line looks like. Will Toews lead the way as Winnipeg's new 2C? What next steps can Cole Perfetti take in his journey towards stardom? Will Gustav Nyquist be able to handle the role of Nik Ehlers Replacement, or is this too much to expect from the veteran Swede?

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The 2025-26 NHL season may still be a few months away, but it's never too early to think about how the Winnipeg Jets may fare. For the Winnipeg top line, what can we expect from some of the team's biggest scorers? Will we see the 5v5 game improve as it did this past season? Can Kyle Connor continue his elite-level performance and growth? Will Gabriel Vilardi finally stay healthy long enough to put together a season's worth of strong play?

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