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“.. gave it some thought but there was never any scenario where I could see myself going somewhere else.”

Kyle Connor asked if he considered free agency.

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“..there’s a reason guys stick around.”

Mark Scheifele when asked about Winnipeg’s ability to retain players said it starts at the top with Jets co-owner Mark Chipman but goes all the way down through the organization.

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“…happy for myself too. I get him for the rest of my career. That’s pretty exciting news.”

Mark Scheifele was asked if Kyle Connor got ribbed a bit after signing his big extension.

He said there wasn’t any. They were just happy for 81.

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TSN | Kyle Connor sits down with Darren Dreger following extension with Jets TSN's insider was in Winnipeg and spoke to the top winger.

TSN | Kyle Connor sits down with Darren Dreger following extension with Jets

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Winding down Manitoba Moose training camp on day 10 The AHL club got a boost today as they prepare for their home opener against the Rocket.

Training camp for the Moose is winding down and we had @icdave.bsky.social covering both the NHL and AHL clubs of Manitoba at hfac.

Check out the latest from day 10 of Moose camp.

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Kyle Connor commits long-term to Winnipeg Jets: “There was never any scenario I could see myself going somewhere else” The speedy winger doesn't just commit to the team but to the city as well.

“There was never any scenario I could see myself going somewhere else”

Kyle Connor commits long-term to Winnipeg and to the Jets.

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Winnipeg Jets prospect Jacob Julien out 6-8 weeks with a lower-body injury Disappointing news ahead of his first season as a pro.

Not all good news today in Winnipeg as Jets prospect Jacob Julien is out 6-8 weeks with a lower-body injury.

Tough news for the Ontario product who turned pro this season.

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He signed an eight-year extension to remain a Michigan Man in Manitoba.

Following skate we heard from Kyle Connor on why staying in Winnipeg was important to him from a career and personal perspective, all things extension and more.

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With his linemate signing a massive extension, we heard from Jets centre Mark Scheifele on what it means to himself and the organization.

He also discussed the season opener, anticipation for the season ahead and more.

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Winnipeg Jets Practice Report Another day of preparation for the season opener.

Winnipeg Jets Practice Report

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Winnipeg Jets lock up Kyle Connor to an 8-year contract extension The Michigan man will be a Manitoba man for some time.

Jets lock up Kyle Connor to an 8-year contract extension

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Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.

Start off your day with all the latest Winnipeg Jets, Manitoba Moose and prospect news, notes, video and audio.

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Elliotte Friedman reporting Winnipeg Jets and Kyle Connor have made progress on a long-term extension Both sides reportedly wanted to get something done before season began. Might tomorrow be the day?

Elliotte Friedman reporting Winnipeg Jets and Kyle Connor have made progress on a long-term extension

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Asked top Jets D prospect if he could partner with anyone (currently playing or retired) who would he pick as a D partner.

About the only issue folks might have with his answer is they both wear 44.

Jets fans will certainly like his choice.

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If @redbull.com is what is keeping top D prospect Elias Salomonsson performing at such a high level, someone should get him a 72-game supply.

He shared how drinking one before a game, and then performing well, kept him doing it game after game.

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Extended Minuk Moose Minute with Winnipeg Jets prospect Elias Salomonsson Our extended chat with the Jets top D prospect.

Check out this extended Minuk Moose Minute with Winnipeg Jets prospect Elias Salomonsson.

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Last up for media today was Jets bench boss Scott Arniel from the Matt Frost Media Centre.

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After his first regular-season practice, we caught up with one of the new faces on the Jets' roster, Gustav Nyquist.

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Today was the first practice of the regular season and following skate we caught up with veteran winger Nino Niederreiter.

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Winnipeg Jets Practice Report The first practice of the regular season.

Winnipeg Jets Practice Report

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A look at the Winnipeg Jets 23-man roster to start the 2025-26 regular season A look at how things will start this season in Winnipeg.

A look at the Winnipeg Jets 23-man roster to start the 2025-26 regular season

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Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.

The NHL regular season gets underway today although the Jets won't play their first game until Thursday.

For now we start our day with all the latest Jets news, notes and video.

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Catching up with the Manitoba Moose on day 8 of training camp After playing an intra squad game on Sunday the Moose get set to take on the UofM Bisons tnt.

Catching up with the Manitoba Moose on day 8 of training camp

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Ville Heinola and Walker Duehr clear waivers; can be assigned to the Manitoba Moose Two more big additions to the AHL club of Manitoba.

As per @wiebesworld.bsky.social both Ville Heinola and Walker Duehr clear waivers; can be assigned to the Manitoba Moose.

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Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.

Start off your morning with all the latest Winnipeg Jets, Manitoba Moose and prospect news, notes and video.

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Winnipeg Jets place Ville Heinola and Walker Duehr on waivers One expected move and another that was somewhat unexpected.

Jets place Ville Heinola and Walker Duehr on waivers

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Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel indicated Cole Perfetti is week-to-week with ankle injury After playing 82 games last season the 23-year old won’t accomplish that this year.

Jets head coach Scott Arniel tells media that Cole Perfetti is out week-to-week with an ankle injury.

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Final Day of the Winnipeg Jets 2025-26 training camp The regular season is around the corner as close to three weeks of camp comes to a conclusion.

Final Day of the Winnipeg Jets 2025-26 training camp

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10/4/25 Illegal Curve Hockey Show Guest: Dan Rosen at 1:22:09.

In the better late than never category check out yesterday's Illegal Curve Hockey Show podcast.

Plenty discussed as Jets wind down training camp.

Guest: @drosennhl.bsky.social

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Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.

Jets are back on the ice for practice today with perhaps a Cole Perfetti update forthcoming.

The Moose head to Steinbach for an intrasquad game.

For now check out the latest links.

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