Jets Headlines - July 14th

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News: 1st round pick Jack Roslovic sticks with RedHawks. What awaits Winnipeg.

Audio: Assistant GM Craig Heisinger

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June 15th

News: Jets, Stafford attempting to work out contract extension. 2015 NHL Mock Draft. Jets pre-season schedule.

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Illegal Curve Hockey Show Replay:

Part 1: Segment 1: Chicago @ Tampa, Game 5 Preview. (0:00). Segment 2: Interview with Chris Dingman, Lightning Analyst (16:34). Segment 3: Red Wings hire Jeff Blashill as new head coach. (29:32). Segment 4: Interview with Brendan Savage, MLive.com. (40:15). Segment 5: Interview with Grant Sonier, GM of the QMJHL Charlottetown Islanders. (53:10). Segment 6: The Future of Eric Staal in Carolina (1:11.42). To listen click here.

Part 2: Segment 1: Interview with Craig Button, TSN Draft Insider. (0:00). Segment 2: Dallas Stars Goaltending Situation (16:34). Segment 3: Steven Stamkos & his Long-Term Future in Tampa Bay. (25:39). Segment 4: UFA of the Week: Matt Beleskey, Anaheim Ducks (38:36). Segment 5: City of Glendale Terminates Arena Management Contract with Coyotes. (48:35). Segment 6: Rapid Fire/Cheers & Jeers (1:02.47). To listen click here.

 

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June 19th

News: Jets have upgraded at the big-league level and also stockpiled what’s in the system. Chiarot re-signed.

Audio: Ben Chiarot (new deal), Tim Campbell (Chiarot/Peluso signings) and Ladd (health update).

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June 20th

News: Jets have some holes on the starboard side.

Audio: Craig Button (Jets at draft and prospects).

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June 21st

News: 2015 NHL Draft Review. Kids get a chance to play with Mark Scheifele at hockey camp in support of KidSport. Jacob Trouba shares his memories from draft day back in 2012.

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June 22nd

News: Lots left.

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Illegal Curve Hockey Show Replay:

Part 1: Segment 1: Jets signing Anthony Peluso and Ben Chiarot. (0:00). Segment 2: 2015 NHL Entry Draft talk (16:48). Segment 3: Interview with Guy Flaming of TSN 1260 Edmonton (The Pipeline Show) (27:40). Segment 4: Frolik and Stafford discussion (43:52). Segment 5: Interview with Frank Seravelli of TSN (52:40). Segment 6: A look back at the 2015 Stanley Cup Final (1:07.20). To listen click here.

Part 2: Segment 1: Interview with Cary Eades, Head Coach & GM of the Fargo Force of the USHL. (0:00). Segment 2: UFA of the Week – Antti Niemi. (14:55). Segment 3: What are the Leafs going to do with Phil Kessel? (24:35). Segment 4: Ryan O’Reilly and Milan Luccic and their futures. (38:01). Segment 5: Martin St. Louis, Patrick Sharp and Johnny Oduya. (48:08). Segment 6: Ezcapades and Cheers/Jeers. (1:03.52). To listen click here.

 

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June 23rd

News: Deep on D. Scheifele hits the links to support kids in sport. Frolik not a slam dunk to hit the market on July 1. GM Kevin Cheveldayoff to speak with Alex Burmistrov’s agent Mike Liut.

Audio: Adam Kimelman (Burmistrov) and Sean McIndoe (Byfuglien).

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June 24th

News: Young talent puts pressure on Pavs. Burmistrov’s future big storyline for Jets at draft. GM Kevin Cheveldayoff talks salary cap, Burmistrov and free agency ahead of NHL Draft. Andrew Ladd draft memories. Jets group growing & taking strides together. Andrew Ladd ready to take next step in Winnipeg.

Audio: GM Kevin Cheveldayoff (draft/signings) and Ed Tait (draft)

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June 25th

News: Armed with plenty of picks, Jets have room to move up. Jets to open regular season at home against Flames. What will Jets do on draft floor? Eight players the Winnipeg Jets could select in first round of the NHL Draft.

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June 26th

News: Jets should look at Ladd as big part of unlocking future success. Chevy’s time to shine. Courting period begins as NHL GMs talk to unrestricted free agents. Jets at the Draft. Jets meeting with prospective picks. Jets still in the mix as Michael Frolik explores other free agent offers. Jets, fresh off first playoff berth since relocation, mull trading up in 2015 NHL draft to target a potential star. With legitimate playoff aspirations, Jets thinking short- and long-term at draft. Frolik taking proactive approach to free agency. 2015-16 Jets schedule. Jets’ NHL draft moves will affect team beyond next season.

Audio: Kevin Cheveldayoff (media scrum & on H&L), Marcel Comeau (Jets Director of Scouting) and Gary Lawless.

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2015 NHL Entry Draft:

Illegal Curve: 2015 1st round NHL Entry mock Draft. We welcome Peter Siamandas to Illegal Curve Hockey as he will be writing about Jets prospects and the Manitoba Moose for illegalcurve.com. He begins with this cheat sheet on the players he expects to go this Friday night in South Florida. To see his list click here.

 

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June 27th

News: Connor a coup at No. 17. Best deal often the one that’s not made. First-round pick Roslovic has links to former Jet Tkachuk. Jets pick Kyle Connor, Jack Roslovic. Cheveldayoff took best shot at moving up in NHL Draft but couldn’t find fit. The winners, losers and strange moments from Day 1 of the NHL draft. Jets make Jack Roslovic first Columbus-born first-rounder. Expectations high for U-M recruit Connor in NHL.

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Illegal Curve at the 2015 NHL Entry Draft:

Illegal Curve: Kyle Connor post-draft interview. To watch/listen click here.

Illegal Curve: Jack Roslovic post-draft interview. To watch/listen click here.

Illegal Curve: Kevin Cheveldayoff post Day 1 interview. To watch/listen click here.

Illegal Curve: Looking back at the Winnipeg Jets draft Day 1. Click here.

 

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June 28th

News: O say can you see…Jets like Americans. Winnipeg finds Day 2 surprise. Jets draft goes down smooth. ‘Tough night’ turns to great day for Harkins. Highly touted Harkins not upset to fall to Jets. Prospect of Interest – The 411 on Jack Roslovic, The 411 on Michael Spacek. Mass. hockey talent set to rise in NHL draft.

Audio: Mark Chipman (draft/Moose), Craig Button (draft) and USHL commissioner Bob Fallen (Connor).

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June 29th

News: Jets fuelling up for the future. Chevy making a name for himself with NHL draft. Maurice open to bringing Burmi back. Connor coach praises potential of Jets’ pick. Jansen Harkins packing more skill than his old man. Penguins interested in Frolik.

Audio: Mark Chipman (draft/Moose), Craig Button (draft) and USHL commissioner Bob Fallen (Connor).

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Illegal Curve at the 2015 NHL Entry Draft:

In case you missed any moment from the 2015 NHL Entry Draft we have you covered with a complete recap of both days in South Florida. For everything Jets that happened in Sunrise click here.

 

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June 30th

News: Jets make offers to four restricted free agents. Moment of truth nearly at hand for Jets. Free agents the Jets might target. Is free-agent winger Michael Frolik on Canadiens’ radar?

Audio: Troy Loney (Kyle Connor), Guy Flaming (draft), Craig Button (draft) and Gary Lawless (Stafford/Frolik, Byfuglien and draft)

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July 1st

News: Jets sign Stafford to a $8.7M, 2-year deal. Jets sign Stafford to two-year contract. Stafford says signing with Jets was ‘an easy choice’. Possible free agent targets. Jets drafting prowess continues to be recognized.

Audio: Drew Stafford (conference call). Andrew Paterson & Rick Ralph (Stafford signing/Jets lines). Scott Cullen (Frolik).

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July 2nd

News: Handshakes and bodyCzechs. Chevy gambles, loses on game of to and Fro. Breaking down Jets Free Agent Frenzy. Jets bringing back Burmistrov, Pardy and Halischuk. Jets lose Frolik to Flames. Matteo Gennaro is ready to jet into the NHL. Kevin Cheveldayoff Free Agency end of day presser.

Audio: Gary Lawless (Day 1 of Free Agency).

Prospects: Moose sign four players.

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July 3rd

Update: Jets signed Brendan Lemieux to a three year contract. To read the release click here.

News: Jets schooling prospects at development camp. Jets focus on home front. Free agency’s just begun. Jets prospects set to hit the ice. Jets sign Patrice Cormier/Matt Fraser to one year, two-way deals.

Audio: Darren Dreger (On Frolik negotiations) and Tim Campbell (Frolik/signings).

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July 4th

News: It’s great to have Burmistrov back: Maurice. Jets hope Ehlers becomes a great Dane. A lifetime in hockey. Ehlers has been trying to pack on the pounds in hopes of making the Jets roster in fall. Jets re-sign assistant coaches.

Audio: Andrew Copp.

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Illegal Curve at Development Camp Day 1:

Group B scrums: Jack Roslovic, Brendan Lemieux, Nikolaj Ehlers and Connor Hellebuyck.

Group A scrum: Kyle Connor.

Coach Maurice scrum: – First impressions of camp. Reactions to free agency signings/departure of Frolik. What does he watch for from a guy like Ehlers this week? His conversation with Burmistrov at the World Championship. Role that Burmistrov can fill. His thoughts on his assistant coaches and how they became “his guysâ€. First impressions on Brendan Lemieux. How much has he watched of what other NHL teams are doing during off season. His responsibility to welcome all the draft picks (not just the top picks). Measuring the Jets against the Stanley Cup playoff teams.

 

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July 5th

News: Armia stunned by deal that saw Sabres ship him to Winnipeg. Hellebuyck drawing all kinds of attention at Jets camp. Moose coach thinking ahead. Copp has tools that can’t be taught. Jets prospect Poolman happy to be back at D. Petan’s best offence for making NHL: A good defence.

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Development Camp Day 2:

Group B scrums: Tucker Poolman and Nic Petan.

Coach McCambridge scrum:

 

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News: Burmistrov sits in on practice at Jets Development Camp. Maurice throws weight behind youth movement. Petan didn’t pout in Portland. Long road back for Jets rookie defenceman. Change of position works trick for Jets goalie.

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Illegal Curve at Development Camp Day 3:

Illegal Curve: Alexander Burmistrov scrum. One of the most talked about players for what seems like forever was back in Winnipeg and spoke to the media for the first time.

Illegal Curve: Moose GM Craig Heisinger. He spoke to the media about the prospect pool at development camp.

 

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July 7th

News: Morrissey concentrates on getting faster, avoiding hits. C.J. Franklin is a late bloomer who has taken big strides since being drafted by Jets. Eric Comrie eager to build on his first taste of pro experience. Morrissey: Bulking up was mistake. What is the fair market value of Jets captain Andrew Ladd?

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Illegal Curve at Development Camp Day 4:

Illegal Curve: Group A. Josh Morrissey.

Illegal Curve: Director of Fitness Craig Slaunwhite. Director of Fitness Dr. Craig Slaunwhite chats about the on-ice fitness tests that took place on Day 4 of Jets Development Camp.

 

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July 8th

News: Jets wrap up summer development camp. De Leo ready for jump to pros. Buffalo connection an intriguing trio of prospects for Jets. Jets wrap up development camp with spirited scrimmage that ends in 3-on-3 overtime.

Audio: Jimmy Roy (Development Camp), Tim Campbell (Development Camp), Gary Lawless (Ladd contract), Richard Pollock (Ladd contract).

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Illegal Curve at Development Camp Day 5:

Illegal Curve: Group A. Kyle Connor.

Illegal Curve: Group B. Nikolaj Ehlers.

 

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July 9th

News: Ehlers won’t give himself a free pass.

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Features:

Illegal Curve: Five UFA forwards the Jets could target. With the roster still having a few spaces, Ez takes a look at five guys (not the restaurant although he may have eaten at one recently) who could possibly wear a Jets jersey next year. To read click here.

Illegal Curve: Top 10 Jets forward prospects. With Development Camp concluded, Peter updates his list of the top 10 forward prospects in the Jets system. To read click here.

 

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July 10th

Note: If you find yourself in the city tomorrow check out Five Hole for Food's tour which hits the Peg' at Royal Sports from noon to 4 pm.

News: Jets sixth in franchise popularity. Quiet Winnipeg Jets have space for youngsters on roster. 44 Thoughts (Frolik contract #25).

Audio: Josh Morrissey.

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July 11th

Note: If you find yourself in the city today check out Five Hole for Food's tour which hits the Peg' at Royal Sports on Pembina from noon to 4 pm.

News: Adding size weighty issue for Jets’ Ehlers, Morrissey. Jets ink Postma to two-year deal.

Prospects: Defencemen and Goaltenders.

Audio: Assistant coach Pascal Vincent.

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