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Kyle Connor is propping up Connor Hellebuyck-less Jets

A supremely disappointing 2025-26 season for the Winnipeg Jets appeared set to give way to an equally-if-not-more bleak campaign in 2026-27 as all-world goalie Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request went public and got ugly.

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High-flying Penguins aim to keep pouring in goals against Jets

The high-scoring Pittsburgh Penguins look to continue their hot start when they host the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night. After winning their first two games by scores of 7-0 and 6-5 (in overtime), the Penguins will catch the Jets on the second half of a back-to-back.

Kyle Connor News / NHL Trade Talk / October 4

The Jets’ Kyle Connor Is Flying Under the Radar Again

Kyle Connor started this season the way he finished last: scoring goals. The Winnipeg Jets winger had another big night Sunday, scoring two power-play goals and adding an assist in Winnipeg’s 3-2 win over Detroit.

Stuart Skinner News / Professor Press Box / October 4

Stuart Skinner Might Be Ready for His Breakout Season

I was really happy to see Stuart Skinner get this one. The Winnipeg Jets beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Sunday, and Skinner stopped 33 of 35 shots. That's a pretty good way to earn your first win with a new team.

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The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

Can you name the players chosen as team captain for each NHL franchise in 2026-27?

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Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / October 4

Jets’ Power Play Leads the Way in First Win of the Season

The Winnipeg Jets scored three power-play goals to defeat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Sunday afternoon at Little Caesars Arena. Kyle Connor and Cole Perfetti both posted three points each, while Josh Morrissey posted two assists to lift the Jets to a 3-2 victory.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 4

Jets capitalize on power plays, take down Red Wings

Kyle Connor scored two power-play goals and added an assist to lift the Winnipeg Jets to a 3-2 victory over the host Detroit Red Wings on Sunday afternoon.

Kevin He News / Inside The Rink / October 4

Winnipeg Jets Daily Report: Home Opener, Goaltending, & More (10/04/2026)

The Winnipeg Jets face off against the Detroit Red Wings this afternoon. Winnipeg aims to rebound following their 4-3 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins on Friday night.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Could a strong start for Jets change situation with Connor Hellebuyck?

The Winnipeg Jets’ 2026-27 season may be underway, but their former Hart Trophy-winning netminder remains on the sidelines. Connor Hellebuyck is suspended indefinitely for not reporting to Jets’ training camp.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / October 3

Stuart Skinner Has Another Hockey Life to Write

Something about Stuart Skinner has always made me want to pull for the guy. I remember his first start with the Edmonton Oilers. It was a surprise that he was chosen over the regular backup goalie, but Skinner won in a wild 8-5 game.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 3

Jets Show Promise in Season-Opening Overtime Loss to Bruins

For a moment, it looked like the Winnipeg Jets were going to give their fans the season-opening night they wanted. Then Boston took it away. The Jets opened the 2026-27 season with more pace and energy, but couldn’t hold off the Bruins in a 4-3 overtime loss at a sold-out Canada Life Centre on Friday night.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Insider Reveals the Most Recent Trade Offers for Connor Hellebuyck

The Winnipeg Jets are trying to trade goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Hellebuyck is anxious to be traded. As it stands, nothing is close and there’s no imminent trade on the horizon.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / October 2

Jets’ Bjorck & Bauer Set to Make NHL Debuts

The Winnipeg Jets’ 2026-27 home and season opener will feature a double debut as centre Viggo Bjorck and defenseman Tyrel Bauer are both set to play their first NHL games.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / October 1

Goalies Are Voodoo — So Why Is Connor Hellebuyck Still on the Market?

The NHL season is barely underway, and already we’re getting a fresh reminder of hockey’s most reliable truth: goalies are absolute voodoo. Predictability?

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Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

5 Jets Storylines to Watch in October

The preseason is over, the 23-man opening-night roster has been set, and the Winnipeg Jets are about to play hockey games that count for real. Here, we’ll take a look at five storylines to watch over the Jets’ first month of the 2026-27 regular season.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / September 30

Jets’ Practice Provides Glimpse at Probable 2026-27 Opening-Night Lines

The Winnipeg Jets’ Wednesday practice has provided a glimpse into their probable opening-night lines. They skated line rushes at Hockey for All Centre

Clay Stevenson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 28

Winnipeg Jets Claim Clay Stevenson Off Waivers

The Winnipeg Jets have claimed goaltender Clay Stevenson off of waivers from the Washington Capitals, reports Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. Everyone else on yesterday’s extensive list of waived players has successfully cleared, including New York Rangers top goalie prospect Dylan Garand.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / September 27

The Winnipeg Jets Might Have an Interesting Rookie on Their Hands

One of my favourite hockey reads is Luca Pampena's Substack. In his recent post, he reviewed Calder candidates. Every once in a while, a rookie comes along who doesn’t necessarily blow you away with one particular skill.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / September 24

NHL announces consolidation of Winnipeg Jets’ franchises

Two Winnipeg franchises have officially become one. The NHL announced on Thursday that they have merged the histories of the original Winnipeg Jets with the current iteration of the franchise, allowing the statistical achievements and records of players to play for either era of the team to be recorded together.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Winnipeg Jets Statistics To Now Encompass All Eras

The NHL has made a change to how statistics are tracked for the Winnipeg Jets. Previously, all Jets records only tracked the modern iteration of the team – which formed in the 2011-12 season after the Atlanta Thrashers folded.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / September 16