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JGD 30: Scheifele returns as Jets host Rangers
Dec 8, 2016, 16:57 ESTUpdated:
The Jets will finish up their two game homestead tonight against the Metropolitan divisions best, the New York Rangers. Puck drop is slated for 7pm CT and you can catch all the action on TSN3 or TSN 1290 radio.
Jets
- The big headline ahead of tonight’s matchup is the return of Mark Scheifele, who has been held out with a lower body injury since December 1st. Scheifele won’t be reunited with Nikolaj Ehlers and Patrik Laine tonight, his usual teammates. This is likely due to the injuries throughout the Jets lineup and the need for the team to distribute offense throughout the lineup.
- You know who doesn’t get enough credit? Blake Wheeler. The Jets captain is currently riding a six-game point streak while leading by example night in and night out.
Rangers
OFFICIAL: Following an MRI today, Rick Nash is expected to be sidelined one week.
By the Numbers
– 3.59 goals per game ( 1st in NHL )
– 2.52 goals allowed per game ( 10th )
– 21% on the power play ( 9th)
– 84% on the penalty kill ( 10th)
Breaking News
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- Jets pick up their first win of the regular season on Sunday afternoon after an overtime loss to the Bruins on Friday
- Home opener at Canada Life Centre to begin the 84 game 2026-27 regular season: Bruins vs. Jets game day
Winnipeg JetsTeam Cap Summary
Cap Summary
2026-27
2027-28
Projected Cap Hit
$91,105,806
$87,141,666
Projected Cap Space
$12,894,194
$26,358,334
Current Cap Space
$13,448,783
$26,358,334
Active Players
23/23
17/23
Draft Picks
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