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Josh Morrissey Injury: Jon Cooper Provides Major Update On Defenseman Ahead Of Olympic Quarterfinal

Team Canada could be getting a major boost at the perfect time. As the Olympic men’s hockey tournament moves into the knockout stage, the Canadians are hoping to welcome back one of their key defensemen.

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Jets Recall Four Players

NHL teams are permitted to practice today starting at 1:00 p.m. Central. Everybody will be down at least one player while the Winter Olympics are still ongoing in Milan-Cortina, so clubs will have the option to add practice players from their AHL affiliate in the meantime.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 16

How Connor Hellebuyck is feeling as he makes strong case for No. 1 goalie in Olympic medal round

Team USA will be playing in the quarterfinals of the men’s Olympic hockey tournament. After a 5-1 victory over Germany, Team USA awaits the winner of Sweden and Latvia in the quarterfinals.

Kyle Connor News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16

Kyle Connor Benched: No Longer in Team USA’s Plans?

Team USA made a surprising (maybe not) lineup change for their final preliminary-round game against Germany at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Sunday.

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In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?

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Josh Morrissey News / Daily Faceoff / February 15

Is dropping Josh Morrissey into the playoffs off of injury a good idea for Canada?

Now that the Canadian men’s Olympic hockey team has finished up group play with their 10-2 drubbing of France on Sunday, the only games that lie ahead of them are of the “must-win” variety.

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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 / Inside The Rink / February 15

Three Questions for Manitoba After the AHL All-Star Break

The Manitoba Moose just wrapped up their All-Star break, while their NHL club, the Winnipeg Jets, are on their Olympic break. Manitoba currently sits third in the AHL Central Division with three games in hand over the Texas Stars, a team trailing Manitoba by just one point.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / February 13

Canada’s Josh Morrissey to miss game against France; not ruled out of Olympics

Team Canada defenseman Josh Morrissey will miss Sunday’s game against Team France but has not been ruled out of the rest of the men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Josh Morrissey News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13

Josh Morrissey Out vs. France, But There’s Good News for Olympics

Team Canada head coach Jon Cooper offered an injury update on Winnipeg Jets’ and Team Canada defenseman Josh Morrissey on Friday. Cooper confirmed Friday that Morrissey will miss Canada’s upcoming Group A game against France on Sunday at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Hellebuyck Steals the Spotlight While Connor Stays Quiet in USA Win Over Latvia

Team USA skated away with a convincing 5–1 win over Latvia on Thursday, but the story of the game was the performance in net. Connor Hellebuyck delivered a composed, technically sharp outing that anchored the Americans from start to finish.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / February 12

2026 NHL Trade Deadline Primer: Winnipeg Jets

Now that the Olympic break is out of the way, the NHL is sliding right back into chaos with the trade deadline almost here. And the Jets? They’re in a weird spot.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 12

Jon Cooper provides hopeful Josh Morrissey Olympics injury update

Team Canada beat Czechia 5-0 on Thursday to start their Olympics with a win. Jordan Binnington picked up the shutout amid a brutal NHL season, and Macklin Celebrini netted his first best-on-best goal.

Josh Morrissey News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 13

Josh Morrissey leaves Canada’s group stage win over Czechia

Team Canada has had a few years of crushing defeats to the Czechs at the junior level. The senior team responded today with a 5-0 drubbing in its Group A opener at the 2026 Winter Olympics, but lost star Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey in the process.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 12

Canada’s Josh Morrissey leaves game against Czechia

A key blueliner on Canada’s roster has had a premature exit from the team’s first game of the 2026 Winter Olympics. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Canadian defenseman Josh Morrissey will not return to the team’s game on Thursday against Czechia.

Jonathan Toews News / Professor Press Box / February 11

What’s Next for the Jets, Jonathan Toews? Three Options

With the trade deadline creeping up, one Winnipeg Jets player to watch is Jonathan Toews. After a slow start to the season thanks to long COVID lingering, he’s finally starting to look like the player we know he can be—sharp, smart, and still capable of making plays that remind you why he’s a Hall of Famer.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Daily Faceoff / February 11

Jets' Connor Hellebuyck expected to start U.S. men's hockey team opener

The reigning Hart Trophy winner is expected to get his first-career Olympic start. Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will likely get the net for the United States when they face Latvia on Thursday, according to The Associated Press’ Stephen Whyno and ESPN’s Emily Kaplan.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 11

Trade Deadline Primer: Winnipeg Jets

With the Olympic break upon us, the trade deadline is under a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We continue our look around the league at teams on the playoff bubble, next up: the Jets.

Connor Hellebuyck News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck’s Olympic Moment: A Legacy Test on Hockey’s Biggest Stage

For years, Connor Hellebuyck has been one of the NHL’s gold standards in net. Vezina-caliber seasons, elite regular-season numbers, and a workload that would break most goaltenders have cemented him as the backbone of the Winnipeg Jets.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 10

Connor Hellebuyck a no-brainer in net for USA

While the Canadian crease seems to be an area of uncertainty heading into the men’s hockey tournament at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, the United States should have no doubt about who their goaltender will be when it matters.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / February 9

Jets Weigh Surprising Option with Hall of Famer

The Winnipeg Jets’ offseason gets a little more interesting when you toss Jonathan Toews into the mix. Should they give him another contract, or let him leave – one way or another?

Kevin He News / Inside The Rink / February 8

How the Winnipeg Jets Shape Up at the 2026 Olympic Break

There’s a difference between patience and hesitation, and at the 2026 Olympic break, the Winnipeg Jets are walking that line. After 56 games, their season tells a familiar story: elite goaltending, a trusted core, and an organization that prefers stability over experimentation.

Winnipeg Jets News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

NHL Rumours: A Pair of Winnipeg Jets Blueliners Could Be Available

Welcome to this latest edition of NHL Rumours at Last Word On Hockey. In this edition, the onus will be on the Winnipeg Jets and their trade deadline plans.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 2

Surprising Barry Trotz decision gives Predators chance to reset

A disappointing end to Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz's long run with the organization could be the perfect opportunity for a much-needed reset.

Artemi Panarin would waive to join Oilers as rental in Cup chase

Stars acquire Jeremie Poirier from Flames for Gavin White

Penguins activate defenseman Ryan Graves from injured reserve

Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly won’t return until after Olympic break

Bruins, Lightning deliver one of best outdoor games ever

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 31