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sports1 year ago

Blues Defeat Jets with Kyrou's Double, Extending Winnipeg's Losing Streak

The St. Louis Blues are adjusting their lineup for their game against the Winnipeg Jets, with changes to all forward lines and most defense pairings. Pavel Buchnevich, recovering from a lower-body injury, will not play, but may return for Thursday's game in Calgary. Brandon Saad is moving to the first line, replacing Alexandre Texier, while Dylan Holloway joins the second line. Nathan Walker is expected to play on the fourth line, and Joel Hofer will start as goalie.

sports1 year ago

Kings Dominate Jets with Strategic Line Changes and Stellar Performances

The Los Angeles Kings are set to face the NHL-leading Winnipeg Jets at home, with Warren Foegele joining Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe on the top line due to their recent success. The Kings aim to improve their forechecking, a key focus for coach Jim Hiller, as they seek consistency in their lineups. Goalie David Rittich will start against his former team, while Darcy Kuemper and Caleb Jones are making progress in their recoveries but remain sidelined.

sports1 year ago

Jets Set NHL Record with 14-1 Start After Defeating Stars

The Winnipeg Jets defeated the Dallas Stars 4-1, setting an NHL record with 14 wins in their first 15 games of the season. Alex Iafallo and Vladislav Namestnikov each contributed a goal and an assist, while Nikolaj Ehlers and Rasmus Kupari also scored for the Jets. Connor Hellebuyck made 32 saves, and the Jets capitalized on two power-play opportunities. Roope Hintz scored the lone goal for the Stars.

sports1 year ago

Scott Arniel Named New Head Coach of Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets have promoted Scott Arniel to head coach, replacing Rick Bowness who retired after the season. Arniel, who has strong ties to the franchise and city, served as the Jets' associate coach for the past two seasons and posted a 15-7-3 record as interim head coach during Bowness's absences. The Jets finished second in the Central Division but were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.

sports1 year ago

Winnipeg Jets Name Scott Arniel as New Head Coach

Scott Arniel has been named the new head coach of the Winnipeg Jets, replacing the retired Rick Bowness. Arniel, who has a long history with the Jets both as a player and coach, expressed his excitement about the "full circle" moment. He previously served as an associate coach for the Jets and has head coaching experience with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Winnipeg's general manager, Kevin Cheveldayoff, highlighted Arniel's detailed plans and strong relationships with players as key factors in his hiring.

sports1 year ago

"Kings vs Jets: Danault's Status, Akil Thomas Joins Team, and Stick Infractions Focus"

The Los Angeles Kings are set to face the Winnipeg Jets in their final multi-game roadtrip of the season, with forward Akil Thomas potentially making his NHL debut and forward Phillip Danault having a "50/50" chance of playing. The Kings are focused on limiting stick infractions after taking six minor penalties in their previous game, aiming to finish the roadtrip with a .500 record. The Jets, who have lost six consecutive games, are expected to start goaltender Laurent Brossoit and may be without former Kings forward Tyler Toffoli due to illness.

sports1 year ago

"Ovechkin's Double Trouble: Capitals Shut Out Jets with Pivotal Win"

Alex Ovechkin's remarkable resurgence in the 2023-24 NHL season continued as he scored his 847th and 848th career goals against the Winnipeg Jets, propelling the Capitals to a crucial 3-0 victory. Despite a fortuitous first goal that deflected off his stick, Ovechkin's second goal showcased his skill and determination. With 18 goals in his last 24 games, the 38-year-old superstar is now just 46 goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time record. Ovechkin's exceptional performance has been instrumental in keeping the Capitals in playoff contention, earning praise from teammates and coaches alike.