Tag Archives: Winnipeg Jets

A Sad Ending for Coyotes

Posted on April 14, 2024 by Derek

It wasn’t supposed to end this way for the Coyotes. They were hopeful that Arizona would break ground on a new arena that would keep them in the desert. Instead, the team was informed that they would be relocating to … Continue reading →

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July 1 FA Frenzy: Rangers add former Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler, add veteran depth

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Derek

It’s July 1st. Happy Canada Day! For the hockey fanatics, today’s the official start of free agency. The FA Frenzy has been hectic. There have been a lot of moves made. I’ll have more on the highlights later. For now, … Continue reading →

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Laviolette all business at introductory press conference as new Rangers coach

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Derek

pic.twitter.com/PCXGCzIANl — Mollie Walker (@MollieeWalkerr) June 20, 2023 Yesterday, the Rangers introduced new coach Peter Laviolette at a press conference. The former Ranger became the 39th coach in franchise history. Although he didn’t play more than a dozen games in … Continue reading →

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Trouba named the 28th captain in Rangers history, why they selected him, WJC gets going

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Derek

In a little surprise, the Rangers announced Jacob Trouba as the new captain of the team at a short press conference yesterday at Madison Square Garden. They even aired it on MSG Network and streamed it for fans. A rarity. … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Derek on Monday’s great first round games, an observation plus a cool story

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Derek

In my latest podcast over on Spotify, I review a busy first round slate from Monday night that included the Isles edging the Pens in two overtimes along with the Jets finishing off the McDavid/Draisaitl Oilers in an epic triple … Continue reading →

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The latest on Bouwmeester, NBC Sports wusses out on Roenick, Buchnevich has fun with TSN, Winnipeg Jets Hall of Fame ceremony

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Derek

It’s been a busy day in hockey. At last check, everyone’s thoughts were with Jay Bouwmeester after he collapsed following a shift on the Blues bench. For good reason. It turns out that the 36-year old well respected defenseman had … Continue reading →

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Video of Day: Blake Coleman with an early goal of the year candidate

Posted on October 4, 2019 by Derek

In a game the Devils are leading the Jets 4-0 in their home opener, Blake Coleman got his second goal of the night. It was how he did it that’s so impressive. This one will be replayed on highlight reels … Continue reading →

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Flyer insanity signing Hayes might impact Rangers with Kreider

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Derek

I was gonna post this about three hours sooner. But a unfortunate panic episode had me recovering with a cold shower following a workout. So, I kept myself occupied doing stuff I needed to do here. What I’m about to … Continue reading →

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How Trouba fell into Gorton’s lap

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Derek

It never made any sense from the beginning. When the Rangers announced the trade last night for Jacob Trouba, the return the Winnipeg Jets got was for a better description, severely lacking. So, how did they only wind up with … Continue reading →

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Rangers steal Trouba away from Winnipeg

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Derek

OFFICIAL: #NYR have acquired defenseman Jacob Trouba from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for Neal Pionk and the 20th overall pick in the 2019 #NHLDraft (originally from WPG). pic.twitter.com/rZTXYv4YG1 — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) June 17, 2019 In an absolute … Continue reading →

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