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Big second period powers Jets to victory over Devils

Gabriel Vilardi and Mark Scheifele each had a goal and an assist and the Winnipeg Jets scored three times in the second period, then held on for a 4-3 win over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday in Newark, N.J.

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Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck speaks up on Linus Ullmark situation

The NHL spotlight shines brightest during moments that have nothing to do with saves, standings, or statistics. The Winnipeg Jets goaltender, Connor Hellebuyck, provided one of those moments this week when he publicly addressed the speculation surrounding Ottawa Senators netminder Linus Ullmark.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 26

Faltering Jets, Devils seek return to early-season form

The quest to move into playoff position in their respective conferences remains a grind for both the New Jersey Devils and Winnipeg Jets. Amid disappointing seasons, the Devils and Jets try to rebound from their latest defeat when they meet Tuesday night in Newark, N.J.

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Isaak Phillips News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Jets Recall Isaak Phillips

The Jets announced they’ve recalled defenseman Isaak Phillips from AHL Manitoba. He was up with them for nine days earlier this month, but since he played twice for Manitoba over the weekend after being sent down Friday, he’s eligible to be recalled again today.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / January 25

Pond Hockey Doesn't Cut It for the Winnipeg Jets

Now what for the Winnipeg Jets? It’s becoming clear that the team just isn’t close to what it was last season. But, perhaps, what yesterday’s uninspired loss to the Detroit Red Wings showed is that there’s little heart left to get it back.

Scott Arniel News / Inside The Rink / January 25

Arniel Calls Jets ‘Soft’ in Fiery Postgame Comments

Following a 5-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel ripped his team during a 68-second postgame media availability. “We were looking for a pond hockey, don’t get hit, don’t hit anybody.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / January 24

Can the Jets Go Deep With Just Four Offensive Stars?

If you study the Winnipeg Jets’ numbers this season, one thing jumps off the page immediately: there’s a massive gap between the fourth and fifth-highest scorers.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Inside The Rink / January 24

Player Profile: Connor Hellebuyck

Connor Hellebuyck was born on May 19, 1993, in Commerce, Michigan. In 2010-11, Hellebuyck played for Team Michigan in the USHS-MI, posting a .930 save percentage.

Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / January 23

Winnipeg Send Danny Zhilkin & Isaak Phillips to Manitoba

The Winnipeg Jets have sent Danny Zhilkin and Isaak Phillips back to Manitoba ahead of the Moose’s Friday night clash against the AHL’s top team, the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / January 23

The Winnipeg Jets Don’t Know How to Quit

Given how they started, it would be easy to expect the Winnipeg Jets to throw in the towel this season. After all, they’ve had their struggles, and the playoff picture looks steep.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

Jets Should Embrace Destiny as Sellers as 2026 Trade Deadline Approaches

Breaking news: the Winnipeg Jets aren’t going to win the Stanley Cup this season. We are sorry if this comes as a shock, but anyone who has been paying attention to the team as they’ve stumbled their way through 2025-26 or even taken a cursory glance at the standings, knows this to be the case.

Isaak Phillips News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 23

Winnipeg Jets Reassign Isaak Phillips, Danil Zhilkin

According to a team announcement, the Winnipeg Jets have reassigned defenseman Isaak Phillips and forward Danil Zhilkin to the AHL’s Manitoba Moose. Each player was recalled relatively recently as injury insurance.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

Desperation and Deals: The Jets’ Path to the Playoffs

The Winnipeg Jets’ recent wins are showing that they’re not ready to wave the white flag just yet. With the losing streak finally ended, the Jets can feel new energy.

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Jonathan Toews News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

The awkward truth about Jonathan Toews and the Jets

Jonathan Toews is in his first season with the Winnipeg Jets. He came out of retirement to sign with his hometown team. It’s something he always talked about wanting to do.

Mark Scheifele News / Field Level Media / January 20

Another big night from Mark Scheifele carries Jets past Blues

Mark Scheifele had two goals and an assist to lead the host Jets past the St. Louis Blues 3-1 in Winnipeg on Tuesday. Josh Morrissey had a goal and two assists for the Jets, who had lost two straight and were playing the second of a back-to-back after a 2-0 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday.

Jonathan Toews News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

Would a contender be interested in acquiring Jonathan Toews?

Winnipeg Jets center Jonathan Toews made his long-awaited return to Chicago on Monday, getting a minutes-long standing ovation in his first game back in the city where he spent his entire NHL career prior to this season.

Luke Schenn News / Daily Faceoff / January 17

Jets’ Luke Schenn breaks down how teams battle back after slump

The Winnipeg Jets were hockey’s best regular-season team in 2024-25, finishing with a 56-22-4 record and 116 points and winning the Presidents’ Trophy for the first time in franchise history.

Connor Hellebuyck News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

Connor Hellebuyck Is Contributing to the Winnipeg Jets’ Struggles

What a difference a year makes. Last season, the Winnipeg Jets clinched the Presidents’ Trophy for the first time in franchise history (all iterations).

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

The Winnipeg Jets Are Finding Their Way Back to Themselves

For a while, the Winnipeg Jets didn’t just look like a team losing games. They looked like a team that had misplaced its sense of identity. An eleven‑game losing streak will do that.

Kevin He News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

6 Spitfires’ Stories to Watch After 2025-26 OHL Trade Deadline

As the 2025-26 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Trade Deadline vanishes in the rearview mirror, the Windsor Spitfires now have plenty to prepare for. The post-deadline portion of the season is going to be the toughest yet, and there are numerous stories to keep an eye on.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 14

Winnipeg Jets Place Neal Pionk On IR, Recall Elias Salomonsson

The Winnipeg Jets announced today that they have placed defenseman Neal Pionk on injured reserve. In a corresponding move, they recalled defenseman Elias Salomonsson from their AHL affiliate, the Manitoba Moose.