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Jets need to keep stacking points vs. suddenly slumping Lightning

The Winnipeg Jets are needing extra time to get points these days during a playoff push, but the points are trickling in. All four Winnipeg contests since returning from the Olympic break have gone to overtime entering Thursday's home game against the suddenly struggling Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Winnipeg Finds Life Late in Third Period to Force Overtime for Fourth Straight Game

The first home game back for the Winnipeg Jets after the 2026 Winter Olympic break saw them tackle Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks. Winnipeg, battling several injuries to its roster, saw Logan Stanley on the top defensive pairing, and Elias Salomonsson on the second pairing, alongside Walker Duehr playing on the third line.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 3

Jets' overtime run continues with win over Blackhawks

Mark Scheifele scored his 28th goal of the season with 2:54 left in overtime as the Winnipeg Jets kicked off an eight-game homestand with a 3-2 comeback win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

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.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

NHL Predictions: March 3rd, Chicago Blackhawks vs Winnipeg Jets

In this Central Division showdown, the Chicago Blackhawks head north of the border to take on the Winnipeg Jets. Welcome back to this edition of NHL Predictions!

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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

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 2

Jets praying to get job done in regulation vs. Blackhawks

Besides a win, Connor Hellebuyck and his Winnipeg teammates are looking for one thing when the Jets open an eight-game homestand Tuesday against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

Jets’ Nino Niederreiter out 4-6 weeks following surgery

The Winnipeg Jets have gotten a timeline for their injured veteran forward. Head coach Scott Arniel announced on Monday that winger Nino Niederreiter will be out four to six weeks after he underwent surgery for a lower-body injury.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / March 2

Winnipeg Jets’ Aggressive Sell-Off Could Spark Fast Retool

The Winnipeg Jets need to be aggressive sellers ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline. Not passive. Not cautious. Aggressive. This season has made one thing clear: a miracle run isn’t coming.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / March 2

Jets Quick Hits: Hellebuyck, Barron in OT Loss

The Winnipeg Jets came out of San Jose with nothing to show for a tight, tense game, falling 2-1 in overtime to the Sharks. Morgan Barron opened the scoring early, just 2:44 into the first period, converting a 2-on-1 rush after a face-off loss that suddenly turned into an advantage thanks to smart work from his wingers.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NBC Sports / March 2

Watch: Connor Hellebuyck's most sensational saves from the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / March 1

Jets' News Report: Niederreiter, Namestnikov, Hellebuyck & Fleury

Some days with the Winnipeg Jets feel like you’re just trying to figure out who’s still standing. It’s been a weird stretch — guys hurt, guys, coming back, the lineup shifting around almost nightly.

Vladislav Namestnikov News / Daily Faceoff / February 28

Jets’ Vladislav Namestnikov leaves game against Ducks with lower-body injury

The Winnipeg Jets announced that forward Vladislav Namestnikov left Friday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks with a lower-body injury and would not return.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27

Jets Place Nino Niederreiter On IR; Reassign Domenic DiVincentiis

According to a team announcement, the Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Nino Niederreiter on the injured reserve with an undisclosed injury. Additionally, the Jets have reassigned netminder Domenic DiVincentiis to the AHL’s Manitoba Moose.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 26

Trade For Shane Wright? What Should Winnipeg Do at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The NHL has returned from the 2026 Winter Olympics, and it’s now a sprint toward the NHL Trade Deadline set for March 6th at 2:00 pm CST. Winnipeg is wrapped up in a few trade scenarios, but what might they do at this year’s trade deadline?

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / February 26

The Winnipeg Jets Haven't Thrown in the Towel?

Sometimes sports remind you that success isn’t permanent. Take the Winnipeg Jets. Last season, they won the Presidents’ Trophy for the best record in the NHL.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 26

NHL Rumors: Eight defenseman San Jose Sharks could have interest in.

The Fourth Period: The Winnipeg Jets could look to move pending UFA defensemen Luke Schenn and Logan Stanley. Among the teams believed to be looking for defensemen are the Tampa Bay Lightning, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 25

Jets interested in trading 2 veteran defensemen

It has been a disappointing season for the Winnipeg Jets thus far. After winning the President’s Trophy in 2024-25, the Jets are currently in seventh place in the Central Division and well outside of the playoff picture.

Jonathan Toews News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 25

Jets’ Jonathan Toews sets record straight about future with the team

The Winnipeg Jets have had a tough season, sitting at 22-26-8 and well outside the playoff picture in the competitive Western Conference. With the NHL trade deadline approaching, there’s growing speculation that the team may look to make moves to reshape the roster for the future.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / February 25

Team USA, Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

Connor Hellebuyck received another honor on Tuesday night when it was announced that he will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Five Team USA players pass on Donald Trump's White House invite

Canada's Nathan MacKinnon had shady comment after USA won gold

Why Team USA's Olympic hockey win went so viral in Mexico

Penguins GM Kyle Dubas continues to fix one of his early mistakes

Leafs HC addresses Auston Matthews' status for Lightning game

Maple Leafs rejected a one-for-one trade offer from the Oilers?

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / February 24

Arniel Sees Kyle Connor’s Benching from the Jets’ Perspective

If you caught Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel’s interview after practice today, it’s one of those moments that makes you pause and think about what really goes on inside a player’s head.

Jonathan Toews News / NHL Trade Talk / February 24

Jets’ Jonathan Toews Squashes Trade Deadline Deal, Addresses Future

Don’t expect veteran forward Jonathan Toews to be traded at this season’s NHL Trade Deadline. He’s got a full no-move clause in his deal and he has no intention of waiving it, according to comments he made in a recent interview.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 24

Jets Place Josh Morrissey On IR, Recall Kale Clague

The Jets announced today they’ve recalled defenseman Kale Clague from AHL Manitoba. In the corresponding move, they moved star lefty rearguard Josh Morrissey to injured reserve with the upper-body injury he sustained in Canada’s group stage opener at the Olympics.

Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / February 23

Winnipeg Jets at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy has officially wrapped up, and it marks one of the most thrilling tournaments in recent memory. NHL players returned to lay it on the line for their countries, and some returned to their NHL clubs with more hardware in their trophy cases.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / February 22

Connor Hellebuyck may have punched HOF ticket with gold-medal win

Connor Hellebuyck may have punched Hall of Fame ticket with USA gold-medal win

Maybe he was already on his way even before this. But if he wasn't, you can probably start making some room for Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets) in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Connor Hellebuyck finally wins The Big Game and cements himself as an all-time great goalie

Brotherly love: Jack and Quinn Hughes help deliver Team USA's first Olympic gold medal since 1980

Team USA's Jack Hughes should seek a good dentist after winning gold medal at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

Team USA honors the late Johnny Gaudreau after winning first Olympic gold medal since 1980

Team Canada missed two open goals in their loss to Team USA

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

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / February 17

7 Players the Winnipeg Jets Should Move On From

With the Winnipeg Jets near the bottom of the NHL this season after winning the Presidents’ Trophy last season, it’s pretty clear some player personnel changes are required.