WINNIPEG JETS NEWS

Latest news on Vladislav Namestnikov after Jets forward took puck to the face

Vladislav Namestnikov was hit in the face by a deflected shot from teammate Nate Schmidt and did not return to Game 4.

Bryan Murphy

Jets' Morgan Barron gets 75 stitches for cut to face, returns to action in Game 1

Hockey players are impossible to keep off the ice.

Kevin Skiver

Winnipeg Jets coach Rick Bowness challenges Wild's Dean Evason to a fight

Rick Bowness took Dean Evason's actions late in Wild vs. Jets personal.

Kevin Skiver

Who is playing on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Three Canadian teams are in action on CBC tonight.

Bryan Murphy

Why the Canadiens should — and shouldn't — trade for Jets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois

The disgruntled Jets forward has already told the Jets he won't sign a long-term extension.

Bryan Murphy

Why did the Jets hire Rick Bowness?

Winnipeg settles for Bowness after Barry Trotz elected not to coach this upcoming season.

Bryan Murphy

Jets 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Winnipeg underwhelmed this season, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2017.

Bryan Murphy

Why the Jets and Kraken are playing a game today

Winnipeg and Seattle play their final game of the 2021-22 NHL season two days after the rest of the league concluded their regular seasons.

Bryan Murphy

When will a Canadian team win the Stanley Cup?

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets' Mark Scheifele still questions his four-game suspension: 'Player Safety . . . shut me down'

Scheifele still thinks he made the right play.

Jackie Spiegel

Mark Scheifele claims family has faced bullying

Scheifele can handle the four-game suspension from the NHL, but doesn't understand the bullying his family has suffered.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Jets' Mark Scheifele suspended four games for charging: Explaining the NHL's decision

The Canadiens' Jake Evans is out indefinitely with a concussion following the play.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets' Nikolaj Ehlers explains why he shielded Canadiens' Jake Evans from scrum after hit

After Mark Schiefele's dirty hit on Jake Evans in the Jets vs. Canadiens game, Winnipeg's Nikolaj Ehlers made sure to protect Evans. Here's why he did that, in his own words.

Jacob Camenker

Canadiens, Jets react to Scheifele's brutal hit on Evans

The Canadiens forward gave a thumbs up as he was being taken off the ice.

Jackie Spiegel

NBCSN's Dominic Moore is on a roll predicting NHL overtime goal-scorers

The former center and current NBC Sports analyst has correctly picked the last three playoff overtime winners.

Edward Sutelan

Jets' Blake Wheeler blocks shot with groin: 'We're not having any more' kids

Wheeler was putting his body on the line for his team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Edward Sutelan

Jets vs. Oilers: Live blog

The Jets forward's triple-overtime game-winner sends the Oilers packing and his team into the second round.

Jackie Spiegel

Ehlers, Jets push Oilers to the brink with comeback win in OT

Nikolaj Ehlers opened and closed his team's scoring while his teammates staged a three-goal, third-period comeback in between. Winnipeg now leads 3-0 in the first-round series.

Jacob Camenker

Jets' Dominic Toninato scores game-winning goal vs. Oilers in Game 1 after being inserted into lineup

Winnipeg took a surprising 1-0 lead in its best-of-seven series with Edmonton.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets injury updates: Why aren't Pierre-Luc Dubois, Nikolaj Ehlers playing vs. Oilers?

The Jets' lineup will be missing two key players for Game 1 vs. the Oilers.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs bracket 2021: North Division series predictions, odds, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens. Oilers vs. Jets. Who will advance? Sporting News breaks down the first-round matchups.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL 2021 midseason power rankings: Oilers lead Canada's seven teams

The NHL season's midpoint has arrived and while some things have occurred as expected, the unexpected has also happened.

Jackie Spiegel

Who plays on Hockey Day in Canada today?

Three games are on the slate for the 2021 edition of Hockey Day in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including game times and TV channel information.

Jackie Spiegel

Patrik Laine injury update: Blue Jackets newest star on injured reserve

The Finnish sniper, who was traded on Jan. 23, has been on the shelf for Winnipeg with an upper-body injury.

Jackie Spiegel

Pierre-Luc Dubois, Patrik Laine trade grades: Blue Jackets, Jets swap disgruntled players in win-win

The two clubs traded away big pieces — but also, big headaches — and upgraded their lineups in the process.

Jackie Spiegel

Maple Leafs vs. Jets: Three takeaways from Toronto's 3-1 win

The Maple Leafs put together a solid 60-minute effort on Monday night to earn the team's third win out of four games.

Jackie Spiegel

Winnipeg Jets legend Dale Hawerchuck dies at 57 after cancer battle

The Hockey Hall of Famer had an exceptional career that has him 20th on the NHL's all-time points list.

Jackie Spiegel

Winnipeg Jets to honor Dale Hawerchuk with statue: 'He was truly a superstar'

Hawerchuk died on Tuesday at the age of 57 from stomach cancer.

Jackie Spiegel

Twitter mourns Dale Hawerchuk

Hawerchuk passed away from stomach cancer on Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL bubble, explained: A guide to the hub city rules, teams & schedule

The NHL 2019-20 season resumes with 24 teams competing for berths and seeding in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Teams will be isolated in two hub cities in Canada.

Tom Gatto

NHL Draft lottery results 2020: Rangers jump to top of draft order

Will the Broadway Blueshirts now nab generational talent Alexis Lafreniere? Here are the complete results from the Phase 2 drawing to determine picks 1-16.

Jackie Spiegel

Mark Scheifele, Patrik Laine reportedly doubtful for Jets-Flames Game 2

Winnipeg will likely be without two of its top forwards against Calgary.

Tom Gatto

Scheifele down; Jets claim Flames' Tkachuk tried to injure him

Winnipeg's No. 1 center did not return after being helped off the ice. His coach accused the Calgary agitator of a "dirty, disgusting hit" that could have ended Scheifele's career.

Tom Gatto

Evaluating Edmonton, Toronto as likely NHL hub city hosts

Toronto and Edmonton reportedly are the frontrunners to be a "hub city" when the NHL postseason begins.

Sam Ficarro

Jarome Iginla, Kevin Lowe to enter Hockey Hall of Fame as members of 2020 class

The former Flames captain and the former Oilers star defensemen are tentatively scheduled to be enshrined in Toronto in mid-November.

Tom Gatto

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

Laine on possible season return: 'My game's probably going to look terrible'

The Winnipeg forward had 63 points in 68 games before the season was paused on March 12.

Sam Ficarro

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

Sam Ficarro

How would Canadian NHL teams fare in proposed 24-team format?

The league is reportedly closing in on a plan to finish the season with 24 teams.

Sam Jarden

Which AHL players could join Canadian NHL 'taxi squads'?

A number of AHL prospects could join their NHL teams if the postseason takes place.

Sam Jarden

Five potential landing spots for Dustin Byfuglien

The defenseman and Winnipeg mutually agreed to terminate his contract on Friday.

Sam Ficarro

Byfuglien leaves Winnipeg

The defenseman's long-running contract saga ended on Friday when he agreed a deal to leave Winnipeg.

Sam Jarden

Best storylines if NHL restarts, goes straight to playoffs

How would the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs look if the regular season officially ended on March 12? Sporting News gives you the matchups and the key storylines.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

Jets coach Paul Maurice sees upside to NHL season pause: Healthy playoff hockey

This may be the only silver lining to the pause, but it's something.

Sam Jarden

Which Canadian NHL teams are paying workers during stoppage?

With the season on pause, Canadian NHL organizations are being asked whether they are going to be paying part-time arena workers.

Sam Ficarro

Patrik Laine injury update: Winnipeg Jets forward to play Tuesday night

The Finnish forward left Thursday night's game and appeared to need assistance down the tunnel.

Jackie Spiegel

Leon Draisaitl reaches 100 points

The Edmonton forward is the first player in the league to reach 100 points this year.

Sam Jarden

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 29 on "Hockey Night in Canada." Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Sam Ficarro

NHL trade deadline: Flames, Maple Leafs among Canadian teams expected to make deals

It's been a busy window already, and teams could still make more moves before the deadline passes Monday at 3 p.m. ET.

Sam Jarden

Who plays on Hockey Night in Canada tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream for February 22

Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Vancouver all feature this weekend.

Sam Jarden

San Jose Sharks' Evander Kane criticizes NHL Department of Player Safety after receiving suspension

Kane was suspended three games for elbowing Neal Pionk in the head on Friday.

Jace Mallory

Why Winnipeg was right to extend Maurice's contract

The veteran head coach has been with the Jets for six years and just signed a long-term extension.

Sam Jarden

Jets extend Maurice, colorful quotes here to stay

Maurice's contract was up at the end of 2019-20.

Jackie Spiegel

What the Jets need at the trade deadline

The Jets need some help on the back end — but should they merely obtain depth for a playoff run or approach the trade deadline thinking about a larger-scale, long-term move?

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 8

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 8 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

Jets, Dustin Byfuglien reportedly working to mutually terminate contract

Byfuglien has not played at all for the Jets this season and reportedly has not yet started skating again as part of his rehab from an October ankle surgery.

Tommy McArdle

Dustin Byfuglien unlikely to play this season

The veteran blueliner has missed all 53 games this season as he mulls his future.

Rudi Schuller

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 1

Three games are on the slate for Feb. 1 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

Hurricanes play dodgeball after defeating Winnipeg

No wrenches were spotted as the Hurricanes recreated the classic 2004 Ben Stiller comedy on ice.

Rudi Schuller

Mathieu Perreault slams NHL player safety department

Perreault took an elbow to the face from Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen on Tuesday. Now, he's threatening to swing his stick at the next player to throw a high hit his way.

Tommy McArdle

Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff: Dustin Byfuglien 'has to decide in his mind that he wants to play'

Byfuglien, 34, has been suspended without pay since he failed to report for training camp in September while he reportedly considers his future and recovers from ankle surgery.

Tommy McArdle

Winnipeg Jets top 5 moments of the decade

Sporting News takes a look back at the biggest moments in the 2010s for the Winnipeg Jets.

Mike Murphy

Winnipeg Jets All-Decade Team for the 2010s

Countless players and coaches have moved through the Winnipeg Jets' locker room, but only six players and one coach can be named the best in the decade.

Mike Murphy

Winnipeg Jets' Blake Wheeler becomes franchise's all-time points leader

The 33-year-old has 725 points in 896 career games.

Sammi Silber

Svechnikov scores second lacrosse goal of the season

The 19-year-old second-year player pulled off another amazing goal in Western Canada.

Rudi Schuller

Philadelphia Flyers' Joel Farabee suspended for interference against Jets forward Mathieu Perreault

Farabee was assessed a five-minute major penalty for the violation.

Jace Mallory

Winnipeg Jets' Patrik Laine emerging as reliable playmaker

The 21-year-old winger saw his production take a dip last season, and is now producing at a point-per-game pace.

Sammi Silber

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 23

'Hockey Night in Canada' returns with four games on Saturday's slate.

Rudi Schuller

Power rankings: Good, bad and ugly from Canada's NHL teams so far

The seven Canadian franchises in the NHL split into three categories at the quarter mark of the season.

Jace Mallory

NHLPA files grievance challenging Jets' suspension of Byfuglien

Byfuglien, 34, has not yet played this season since failing to report for training camp in September.

Tommy McArdle

Colorado Avalanche goalie Adam Werner records shutout in NHL debut

Werner, 22, came into the game in relief of Pavel Francouz, who was injured in the opening seconds.

Jace Mallory

Winnipeg Jets reassign Ville Heinola to Finland, likely ending his 2019-20 NHL season

Heinola, 18, will return to Finland to play with Liiga's Lukko Rauma after a brief stint with the Jets' AHL-affiliate Manitoba Moose.

Jace Mallory

NHL rumors 2019: San Jose Sharks, Winnipeg Jets contenders for early-season trades

After slow starts to the season, a number of teams may be looking to explore the market to get back on track.

Lyle Richardson

Bryan Little injury update: Winnipeg Jets forward 'in good spirits' after taking puck to head

The long-time Jets forward was hit by a rising slapshot in Tuesday's game.

Jackie Spiegel

Laine uncertain for game vs. Ducks

Laine reportedly collided with new teammate Luca Sbisa in practice on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

Winnipeg Jets' Mark Letestu shut down for six months after myocarditis diagnosis

The 34-year-old forward will be limited to "very light activity" over the next six months.

Tommy McArdle

Winnipeg Jets' Dustin Byfuglien undergoes ankle surgery, NHL future remains up in the air

Byfuglien, 34, has yet to report to the team after being granted a personal leave of absence in September.

Jace Mallory

Strong effort not enough for Winnipeg Jets in loss to Anaheim Ducks

The Jets finished the game with 40 shots and made a late rally, but they also surrendered seven goals on 28 shots.

Sammi Silber

Lowry suspended two games for boarding

Lowry will forfeit $71,138.22 and miss Winnipeg's games against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday and Friday's tilt with the San Jose Sharks.

Rudi Schuller

Calgary Flames vs. Winnipeg Jets results: Jets come back to win Heritage Classic in overtime

The Heritage Classic returned after a three-year layoff with Winnipeg getting the win. Sporting News had all the highlights and goals from Canada's outdoor game.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Heritage Classic: Most memorable moments in Canadian outdoor game's history

From Jose Theodore's toque to a three-goal frenzy for the Oilers, here are just some of the top moments in Heritage Classic history.

Sammi Silber

Heritage Classic 2019: Time, TV channel, livestream, uniforms, weather

The Flames and Jets will play in the 2019 Heritage Classic on Oct. 26.

Jace Mallory

Canadian NHL markets are seeing slump in early-season attendance

The last time a Canadian team reached the Stanley Cup Final was the Vancouver Canucks in 2011

Lyle Richardson

Hawerchuk undergoing chemotherapy for stomach cancer

The former Winnipeg Jets center was diagnosed with stomach cancer in August.

Sammi Silber

Edmonton Oilers fall to Winnipeg Jets in no-scoring game that was actually insane

Goalies Mike Smith and Connor Hellebuyck were both credited with shutouts in the Jets' 1-0 shootout victory Sunday.

Sammi Silber

Winnipeg Jets reportedly fail to sell out Bell MTS Place for first time since leaving Atlanta

The Jets reportedly failed to sell out Bell MTS Place for the first time in 332 games since returning to Winnipeg.

Jace Mallory

Pittsburgh Penguins' youngsters embarrass Winnipeg Jets

The entire Pens team dominated in a 7-2 road victory, but the players who did the most damage were all 25 or younger.

Jace Mallory

Chicago Tribune mistakes Winnipeg Jets for NFL's Jets — and it's kind of awkward

The Winnipeg Jets play the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Former Boston Bruins defenseman, Edmonton Oilers head coach Ted Green passes away at age 79

Green won the Stanley Cup six times with Boston and Edmonton.

Jackie Spiegel

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for October 12

As usual, Saturday night means a Canadian-heavy schedule in the NHL. Here is all you need to know about the second week of action on Hockey Night in Canada, including who's playing, the start time and TV channel.

Rudi Schuller

The Wraparound: Neal back to being 'The Real Deal'

The Wraparound is a new weekly series by Sporting News to bring you everything you may have missed during the past week in the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

Why Winnipeg's defense will crumble without Byfuglien

Sporting News takes an in-depth look at the analytics behind the 34-year-old's impact on both ends of the ice for Winnipeg.

Mike Murphy

New York Islanders' Barry Trotz passes legendary coach Al Arbour on all-time games coached list

Trotz is in his second season with the Islanders after 15 years with Nashville and four with Washington.

Jackie Spiegel

New Jersey Devils' Jack Hughes makes NHL debut, comes as advertised

The 18-year-old played 15:12 and created several scoring chances in New Jersey's 5-4 shootout loss to Winnipeg on Thursday.

Sammi Silber

Coleman scores incredible one-handed goal

The Devils forward scored twice in the team's home opener against the Winnipeg Jets.

Tommy McArdle

New York Rangers' Kaapo Kakko makes NHL debut, rings in new era on Broadway

The 18-year-old Finn registered three shots and led all Rangers in power-play time on ice in New Yorks 6-4 victory over Winnipeg on Thursday.

Sammi Silber

Winnipeg Jets offer advice for rookie Ville Heinola, recall own NHL debuts

Winnipeg's lineup will feature the 18-year-old Finn during Thursday's season opener against the Rangers, only four months after the Jets made him their 20th overall draft pick.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

NHL journeyman Lee Stempniak retires

After a 13-year, 10-team career, the right wing is retiring from the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

Twitter reacts to Rangers' #PlayLikeANewYorker hashtag

The National Hockey League revealed the official hashtags for all 31 of its teams on Monday, with one seemingly receiving far more attention than the rest.

Rudi Schuller

NHL free agency 2019: Recapping what all seven Canadian teams did this offseason

Canada's seven NHL teams entered the offseason under widely different circumstances with distinctive goals. Here's a look at what they've done.

Matt Hornick

Kyle Connor, Jets agree to seven-year, $50M contract

The Jets selected Connor 17th overall in the 2015 NHL Draft.

Tommy McArdle

Jets check Patrik Laine contract off to-do list as regular season nears

The 21-year-old winger agreed to a two-year bridge extension with Winnipeg less than a week before the 2019-20 season opens.

Jace Mallory

Cheveldayoff on Laine: 'We're dealing with an elite player here'

Winnipeg and restricted free agent Laine agreed to terms on a two-year contract Friday.

Tommy McArdle

Letestu eats mustard on bench during preseason game

The veteran forward is thought to have ingested the condiment as a way to prevent leg cramps.

Rudi Schuller

NHL rumors 2019: Time ticking down to season and Rantanen, Tkachuk, Laine remain unsigned

While a number of big-name RFAs got signed before the season opener, a few star players are still holding out.

Lyle Richardson

Jets reportedly suspend Byfuglien to protect cap, roster

Saturday's suspension is a move to protect the Jets' cap flexibility and roster while the 34-year-old defenseman continues to mull his NHL future.

Rudi Schuller

Jets' Bryan Little downplays Patrik Laine's linemate comments: 'Sometimes those things are misunderstood'

Laine still has yet to sign a new contract with Winnipeg and reportedly told a Finnish reporter he wants to skate with better linemates.

Tommy McArdle

Byfuglien mulling NHL future

Winnipeg coach Paul Maurice said Friday that the defenseman will be "fine, but needed some time."

Chelsea Howard

Jets' Patrik Laine practicing overseas amid contract holdout

The 21-year-old restricted free agent had 30 goals and 50 points in 82 games with Winnipeg last season.

Sammi Silber

Byfuglien given leave of absence

Winnipeg coach Paul Maurice said Friday that the defenseman will be "fine, but needed some time."

Chelsea Howard

Morrissey signs eight-year, $50M extension with Jets

The 24-year-old's new agreement will keep him in Manitoba until 2028.

Rudi Schuller

Jets offseason grade 2019: Winnipeg's GM between a rock and a hard place, still has work to do

GM Kevin Cheveldayoff was forced into some moves this offseason but still has two big ones to make.

Mike Murphy

Jets talk extension with Morrissey

Josh Morrissey has one season remaining on the two-year, $6.3 million deal he signed with the Jets last offseason.

Thomas Lott

NHL free agency 2019: Jordan Binnington, Danton Heinen, Jacob Trouba among 40 to file for salary arbitration

Twenty teams had at least one player file for arbitration. Two teams may have up to four contracts to negotiate.

Matt Hornick

Jets need balance in net and Laurent Brossoit's ready for heavier workload

The 26-year-old went 13-6-2 with a .925 save percentage in 21 games last season.

Sammi Silber

'I’m just prepared for anything': Jets' Patrik Laine says he isn't sure what future holds

Two recent interviews suggest Winnipeg and Laine, a restricted free agent, are not close to a new contract.

Tommy McArdle

NHL coaches on the hot seat in 2019-20

Amid a wave of new coach hirings this offseason, here are just some of the names that could potentially be on the outs heading into next year.

Sammi Silber

Is Jets' Patrik Laine poised for a comeback after rough 2018-19 campaign?

The Finnish winger had 18 goals in the month of November, but had just nine more goals for the remainder of the regular season. Is there cause for concern over his play?

Sammi Silber

Copp awarded $4.56 million deal in arbitration

The 25-year-old had 11 goals and 25 points in 69 games for the Jets this season.

Sammi Silber

NHL free agency rumors 2019: Is an offer sheet on the horizon for Patrik Laine, Mitch Marner?

Offer sheets may be coming down the line while the Sabres and Penguins could be looking to move a few pieces before the season opens in October.

Lyle Richardson

Montreal, Chiarot reach 3-year deal

A 6-3, 219-pound left-hander, Chiarot has the size teams want along the blueline and the ability to use it as well.

Bob Hille

Jacob Trouba trade grades: Rangers jump on Jets' changing reality for new No. 1 defenseman

The Rangers acquired defenseman Jacob Trouba from the Jets in exchange for defenseman Neal Pionk and the 2019 20th overall pick. Who won the trade?

Sammi Silber

Who's next? Raptors, Blues championships leave 41 pro teams still looking for first title

We ranked all the pro sports teams without a championship based on their likelihood of becoming the next team to win its first title.

Bill Bender

Winnipeg Jets' Jack Roslovic fires agent, future remains in question

The 22-year-old center fired his agent this week and is reportedly unhappy with his role in Winnipeg.

Sammi Silber

Top RFAs in NHL's Central Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Western Conference's Central Division.

Lyle Richardson

NHL rumors 2019: Busy offseasons

With their seasons coming to an end earlier than expected, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh Penguins, Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets will begin to work on their rosters for the 2019-20 season.

Lyle Richardson

NHL playoffs 2019: Jets' Blake Wheeler uses colorful language with press after loss to Blues

For obvious reasons, Wheeler was disappointed the Jets' were eliminated from the playoffs Saturday night.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Jaden Schwartz pushes Blues to next round with historic goal, hat trick

Behind Jaden Schwartz's first career postseason hat trick, the Blues eliminated the Jets from the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Mark Suleymanoov

Blues net game-winner in final minute of regulation

The goal completed a three-goal comeback for St. Louis.

Matt Hornick

Jets, Canes make history with first-minute goals

Teams are coming out the gate sprinting in the 2019 postseason.

Matt Hornick

Connor nets first-ever Jets playoff OT goal

Kyle Connor's overtime winner on Tuesday powered the Jets to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 4 of their first-round series.

Rudi Schuller

Jets score three goals in four minutes, win Game 3

Winnipeg secured the first multi-goal lead for either team in the series and finally secured a win against the Blues.

Matt Hornick

Jets' Wheeler ends 13-game drought in Game 2 loss

Winnipeg winger Blake Wheeler avoided a monthlong goal drought by a single day.

Rudi Schuller

NHL playoffs bracket 2019: Western Conference series picks, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each Western Conference playoff series, predict the eventual conference champion and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Jordan Binnington's standout saves help Blues fend off Jets in Game 1

Known for his calm demeanor, Jordan Binnington essentially shut down Winnipeg's offense in St. Louis' comeback victory.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs 2019: Jets' Josh Morrissey returns to lineup for Game 1

Morrissey missed the Jets' final 20 regular season games due to an upper-body injury.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs 2019: Predictions, odds for Jets vs. Blues first-round series

Everything you need to know about the Winnipeg Jets and St. Louis Blues before their first-round series in the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

Big Buff is back

The Winnipeg defenseman returned to the lineup March 30 after missing 19 games.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets clinch postseason berth behind Connor, Hayes

Both Connor and Hayes notched four points in Saturday's win as the Jets clinched their second straight postseason appearance.

Mark Suleymanov

Jets' Blake Wheeler tallies first career four-goal game in win over Columbus

Blake Wheeler's first career four-goal performance helped the Jets defeat the Blue Jackets on Sunday.

Mark Suleymanov

Jets' defenseman Josh Morrissey out until at least April

Josh Morrissey left Sunday's game hunched over after taking a hit along the boards.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade tracker: Completed deals

The NHL deadline has come and gone. Here's a list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

Jackie Spiegel

What time is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is here and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

Jackie Spiegel

Hayes 'happy and proud' to join Jets

New Winnipeg Jets forward Kevin Hayes says he'll fit in just fine with the club after spending nearly five years with the New York Rangers.

Rudi Schuller

Shane Doan becomes first player in Coyotes history to have number retired

After a 21-year run in the Coyotes organization, Shane Doan's No. 19 was retired on Sunday.

Mark Suleymanov

Jets' Dustin Byfuglien to miss Winnipeg's upcoming road trip due to injury

Byfuglien has suffered a new lower body injury. He has not suited up for Winnipeg since Feb. 14.

Mark Suleymanov

Jets net six goals in first period against Ducks to set franchise record

The Winnipeg Jets set a franchise record with six goals in one period during Saturday's contest against the Anaheim Ducks

John O'Callaghan

Blake Wheeler makes Jets' history in win over Golden Knights

Wheeler notched his second consecutive 50-assist season in the Jets' win on Tuesday.

Matt Hornick

NHL announces head coaches for 2019 All-Star Game

Tampa Bay's Jon Cooper, Winnipeg's Paul Maurice, Washington's Todd Reirden and Calgary's Bill Peters will be the head coaches for the 2019 All-Star Game.

Conor Roche

Flames and Jets will play in 2019 Heritage Classic in Regina

Mosaic Stadium in Regina will host the 2019 Heritage Classic between the Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets.

Conor Roche

The Oilers' attempt at improved defense includes the man who broke Connor McDavid's clavicle

The Oilers have allowed the ninth most goals in the NHL this season. One part of their attempted solution includes a defenseman who previously injured their best player.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL Rumor Roundup: Trade talk heats up for Blues, Kings ahead of holiday freeze

The rumor mill has been busier ahead of the NHL's annual holiday roster freeze with a handful of underachieving teams like the Blues and Kings desperate to shake things up.

Lyle Richardson

Jets' Mark Scheifele tallies three points in thrilling overtime win over Lightning

Mark Scheifele assisted two game-tying goals and scored the game-winner in Winnipeg's overtime win on Sunday.

Conor Roche

Connor McDavid becomes eighth-youngest NHL player to reach 300 points

Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid became the ninth NHL player to reach 300 career points before his 22nd birthday.

Rudi Schuller

Dustin Byfuglien returns to Jets' lineup, plays almost 30 minutes

Dustin Byfuglien missed Winnipeg's previous four games with a concussion.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets come back from three-goal deficit in third period, defeat Rangers in OT

Jets forward Mark Scheifele had a big night for Winnipeg.

Conor Roche

Patrik Laine nets five goals in Jets' victory over Blues

Jets winger Patrik Laine continued a standout November with a historic performance on Saturday.

Mark Suleymanov

Wild score four unanswered goals to defeat Jets

A wild ending gives Minnesota the comeback win.

Conor Roche

Calgary Flames rookie Dillon Dube nets first career goal

It took some time, but Dillon Dube finally got on the board for the Calgary Flames.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets' Roslovic aiming for the consistency that got him to the NHL

Jack Roslovic may only have three points this season in 18 games, but he knows it's more about the team than his stats.

Carter Brooks

Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey fined for hit on T.J. Oshie

The Jets defenseman's take down of Oshie resulted in a fine.

Conor Roche

Jets' goaltending depth behind All-Star Hellebuyck a position of strength

The Winnipeg Jets boast an embarrassment of riches between the pipes, from starting netminder Connor Hellebuyck to backup Laurent Brossoit and further down the list.

Carter Brooks

Jets' Brendan Lemieux suspended two games for illegal hit

The NHL Department of Player Safety suspended Brendan Lemieux two games for his illegal check to the head on Vincent Trocheck.

Conor Roche

Jets' Brendan Lemieux to have hearing for hit on Panthers' Trocheck

The Jets winger will have a hearing with the NHL's Department of Player Safety after the hit on Friday that resulted in a match penalty.

Conor Roche

Panthers gain split in Finland, beat Jets 4-2 despite another Patrik Laine goal

Patrik Laine scored his fourth goal in two days, but it wasn't enough as the Winnipeg Jets dropped a 4-2 decision to the Florida Panthers Friday in Helsinki.

Jim Cerny

Hats off to Patrik Laine as Jets beat Panthers 4-2 in Finland

The Finn returns home and doubles his goal output on the season to the delight of fans in Helsinki.

Jim Cerny

Patrik Laine, Aleksander Barkov look to inspire, leading NHL teams in Finland visit

Two of the NHL's Finnish stars head back home this week as the Winnipeg Jets and Florida Panthers face off in the league's Global Series in Helsinki.

Carter Brooks

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews out four weeks with injured shoulder

Auston Matthews left Saturday's game in the second period after taking a hit from Winnipeg defenseman Jacob Trouba. He did not return and will miss the next four weeks of action.

Michael Augello

Just call Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien, Mr. 500

Drafted in the eighth-round of the NHL Draft, Dustin Byfuglien hit a mark not many expected him to reach - 500 points.

Carter Brooks

'It's about our teams' -- Laine, Matthews held scoreless in battle between Jets and Maple Leafs

Two of the NHL's young superstars met for the fifth time in their careers Wednesday night when Patrik Laine's Jets hosted Auston Matthews' Maple Leafs.

Carter Brooks

Blake Wheeler scores 500th point with Jets franchise

Blake Wheeler became the second player in franchise history to score 500 points.

Conor Roche

Connor McDavid sets NHL record in Oilers' come-from-behind win over Jets

Connor McDavid scored or assisted on the Oilers' first four goals Tuesday in Winnipeg. He also set an NHL record by registering a point on each of Edmonton's first nine goals this season.

Jackie Spiegel

Kings' Kovalchuk scores first NHL goal since 2013

After a five-season NHL hiatus, Ilya Kovalchuk is back as a goal scorer after notching the opener in Tuesday's Kings game against Winnipeg.

Rudi Schuller

Jets head coach Paul Maurice records 649th career win, moves into 10th place all-time

Winnipeg Jets opened their season with a 5-1 win over the Blues.

Jackie Spiegel

Days after saying he'd like to notch 50, Patrik Laine scores first goal of season

Laine scores as Winnipeg beats Blues 5-1 in season opener.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoff predictions 2018-19: Preseason Stanley Cup picks from SN's experts

Sporting News' hockey experts sort through our preseason projections to pick which team is most likely to hoist Lord Stanley's Cup eight months from now.

Brandon Schlager

Central Division 2018-19 predictions: Jets keep Presidents' Trophy in division

Most agree: The road to the Stanley Cup in the West runs through Winnipeg or Nashville. But the Central Division is notorious for its turnover year to year, preseason projections be damned.

Brandon Schlager

Josh Morrissey holdout over as Winnipeg Jets sign defenseman to two-year deal

Winnipeg Jets top pairing is now solidified for the 2018-19 season as Morrissey signs deal on Sunday.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets offseason report card: No reason to mess with a good thing

Coming off the best season in franchise history, there was no reason for the Jets to mess with success this summer. And they didn't.

Sammi Silber

Jets GM Cheveldayoff dismisses notion that Winnipeg is not desired NHL locale

The Jets continued its commitment to building a winner by signing captain Blake Wheeler to a five-year contract extension.

Jim Cerny

Jets sign captain Blake Wheeler to five-year contract extension

Winnipeg's captain recorded a career-high 91 points last season, and is the latest Jets player to sign a lucrative extension.

Jim Cerny

NHL top 25 under 25: Ranking hockey's best young stars (21-25)

The NHL is enjoying a renaissance with so much young, star talent entering the league. Sporting News names the 25 best players under 25 that hockey has to offer for the 2018-19 season.

Brandon Schlager

Patrik Laine ditches beard, in 'no rush' to sign contract extension with Jets

The clean-shaven Winnipeg Jets star met with reporters in Stockholm on Thursday and updated the status of contract negotiations with the team.

Jim Cerny

Laine, Nylander grace cover on international versions of NHL 19

NHL 19's exclusive version will feature a pair of familiar faces in Winnipeg's Patrik Laine and Toronto's William Nylander.

Alec Gearty

Jets' window to win depends on three unanswered questions facing Winnipeg

After coming out of nowhere in 2017-18 to reach the conference finals, the Jets remain a team with elite talent that should contend for years to come — provided they get a few things right.

Adam Gretz

NHL Rumor Roundup: Jacob Trouba's long-term future with Jets in question

Facing a cap crunch and a widening gap in value, there's doubt the Jets and their 24-year-old defenseman will ever commit to one another long term.

Lyle Richardson

Top NHL prospects who could make the leap in 2018-19

Each Canadian NHL franchise has a new, young crop of talent set to make an impact on the 2018-19 season.

Evan Sporer

Jets' Trouba awarded one-year, $5.5 million contract in arbitration

An arbitrator has awarded Jacob Trouba a one-year, $5.5 million contract, the Winnipeg Jets announced Sunday.

Rudi Schuller

Jacob Trouba reportedly seeks $7 million in arbitration case with the Jets

Reportedly, there is a significant gap between what the Winnipeg Jets and defenseman Jacob Trouba seek in Friday's scheduled arbitration hearing.

Jim Cerny

NHL free agency: Big contract decisions looming for Maple Leafs, Jets

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Winnipeg Jets both have a number of important contract negotiations coming up, with difficult questions to ask of themselves and their players.

Evan Sporer

NHL offseason power rankings: Predators, Lightning still on top after dust settles

The Maple Leafs and Blues scored major points for their offseason moves. But sometimes, less is more, as shown by the teams at the very top of Sporting News' first 2018-19 power rankings.

Evan Sporer

Hellebuyck parlays career year in Winnipeg into big extension with Jets

Connor Hellebuyck hasn't always been the most heralded goalie, but after a career year, signed a big-money, long-term extension with the Jets.

Evan Sporer

NHL trade news: Canadiens acquire Mason, Armia, picks from Jets in exchange for Bourque

A pair of Canadian teams were active in the trade market Saturday, with the Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets swapping players and assets one day before the NHL free agency window opens.

Rudi Schuller

Jets' offseason to-do list: Measured approach the best path in Winnipeg

After coming up just short in the Western Conference playoffs, the Winnipeg Jets are in a pretty good situation moving forward.

Evan Sporer

NHL announces Canadian home openers for 2018-19 season

It's time to look forward to the 2018-19 season as the NHL announces the home openers for each team.

Alec Gearty

Conn Smythe power rankings: It's Marc-Andre Fleury's MVP award to lose

Marc-Andre Fleury is leading the most unlikely playoff run in NHL history and might win playoff MVP even if Vegas loses the Stanley Cup. Here’s who can take it away from him.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Rumor Roundup: Lou Lamoriello hire looms large in John Tavares' future with Islanders

The biggest question surrounding Lou Lamoriello's hiring as new Islanders hockey czar is what effect he'll have on their efforts to re-sign pending free-agent captain John Tavares.

Lyle Richardson

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