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Jets end skid by beating Rangers in OT

Kyle Connor and Gabriel Villardi scored in the first two rounds of the shootout and the visiting Winnipeg Jets ended a three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the host New York Rangers on Sunday afternoon.

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OPINION: It’s Time for the Winnipeg Jets to Call Up Tyrel Bauer

There may not be another player in the American Hockey League with a better fight card than Tyrel Bauer. Now in his fourth pro season, the 23-year-old has become one of the most physically imposing defensemen in the AHL.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 22

NHL Predictions: Winnipeg Jets vs New York Rangers, March 22

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 22

Slumping Jets eager to reverse course in matinee vs. Rangers

The Winnipeg Jets spent several weeks recovering from an 11-game losing streak this past winter and now are enduring an ill-timed slump. Trying to make up ground in a crowded race for a wild-card spot in the Western Conference, the Jets hope to avoid a fourth straight loss on Sunday afternoon when they visit the New York Rangers.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

Alfons Freij News / Inside The Rink / March 22

Alfons Freij Makes AHL Debut in Manitoba Moose’s Loss to Tucson Roadrunners

On a night that saw Alfons Freij make his American Hockey League debut, the Manitoba Moose couldn’t come away with the victory. Family back home got to see the Sölvesborg, Sweden-born defender get into his first professional game in North America, and they’ll certainly continue to watch as he continues to suit up for the team.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 21

Jets Activate Neal Pionk From Injured Reserve

Only five points out of the final Wild Card spot in the West, the Jets still have an outside shot at a playoff spot but they will have to be much sharper

Elias Salomonsson News / The Hockey Writers / March 20

Jets’ Salomonsson Proving He Belongs in the NHL

One of the best storylines to develop out of the Winnipeg Jets’ disappointing season is Elias Salomonsson’s rapid ascension to a dependable, everyday NHL defenseman.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / March 19

Why the Jets' Connor and Scheifele Tick Together

Watch the Winnipeg Jets long enough, and one thing becomes clear: Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele just get each other. Head coach Scott Arniel calls it “always a tandem,” and he’s not wrong.

Winnipeg Jets News / Field Level Media / March 14

Connor Hellebuyck, Jets get crucial win vs. NHL-best Avs

Connor Hellebuyck made 28 saves as the Winnipeg Jets defeated the visiting Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Saturday afternoon. Kyle Connor picked up a goal and an assist, while Alex Iafallo and Cole Perfetti also scored for Winnipeg.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / March 12

Winnipeg Jets’ Wild Card Push Creates a Surprising Dilemma for the Franchise

The Winnipeg Jets are in an awkward place as the NHL season is heading down the stretch. They are only five points out of a Western Conference wild-card spot.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Jets are sneaking into a wide-open Western playoff race

It’s been a nightmarish season for the Winnipeg Jets, who own a 26-27-10 record and occupy sixth place in the Central Division. But there’s hope for it to be salvaged.

The 'NHL goalies with 40 wins in a single season' quiz

Josh Morrissey News / Professor Press Box / March 11

Why Josh Morrissey Means So Much to the Jets

Every team has a player like this—the guy who holds everything together. For the Winnipeg Jets, that player might be Josh Morrissey. And if you want proof, just read about what Kyle Connor had to say about him.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / March 10

Did the Olympic Break Reset the Winnipeg Jets?

Every hockey season hits that point where things start to feel heavy. The games pile up. The travel piles up. Even good teams can start looking a little flat.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Get to Know Jets’ Trade Deadline Additions Bryson & Rosen

The Winnipeg Jets acquired a pair of new players, defenseman Jacob Bryson and forward Isak Rosen, in a late-Thursday deal with the Buffalo Sabres that sent defensemen Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn the other way.

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The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Jets sit Logan Stanley, Luke Schenn ahead of NHL Trade Deadline

The Winnipeg Jets have elected to sit defensemen Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn ahead of the team’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The roster decision comes with less than 24 hours until the NHL Trade Deadline at 3:00 PM ET on Friday.

Josh Morrissey News / Breakaway on SI / March 3

Jets' Josh Morrissey Return Getting Closer

Josh Morrissey's return to the Winnipeg Jets lineup is getting closer. The star defenseman has been making steady progress from the upper-body injury he suffered during the Olympics and could be back on the ice this weekend.