WTF is going on here...

[@flyinhigh50]

Getting rid of Wheeler was the best thing they could’ve done. New captain. New positive attitude.

[@PTS328]

I agree. They honestly got better losing Wheeler and Dubois. A player with a bad attitude and one that doesn’t wanna play there. Good riddance!

[@ahahahaha496]

Think getting rid of Dubois was at least ad big of a bonus especially given what we got in return. Whole new attitude this year

[@EveryoneIsAnIdiotExceptForMe]

*Dubois

[@KcYukon]

I hate to throw wheeler under the bus but yep 👍👍👍 I think he was the underlying issue...

[@meagainandagain5756]

With regards to Wheeler and DuBois, I believe you guys are making a complicated scenario too simple. Coincidence, but no correlations. Count on your fingers how many new players the Jets have for one. Bowman has a plan and the jets are putting in the effort to get there. Now they also have confidence! Just my opinion.

[@fortniteobadietsch]

So glad my team is doing good this year.

[@DBSG1976]

That's a Cup contender you support!

[@pahul79]

I’m happy for you guys even though ima leafs fan. I want all Canadian teams to do well!

[@Keagan_Mckenna72]

Even the habs?​@@pahul79

[@Awesometrax]

Damn rights. Also really like seeing Vancouver do well too, I hope they also keep it up.

[@radclayson]

You own a team?

[@johnsmoth7130]

I've had trouble getting excited about hockey since covid, but seeing the Jets do so well this season has gotten me back into it!

[@burg5556]

shadow garden@whitegd4100

[@bunsw2070]

The only other sport I used to follow in addition to hockey was Formula 1. Then I saw a video with all of the drivers trying to convince young children of the necessity of getting the Covid experimental gene therapy. I can't get into it anymore. Even if it take some of my time I just can't be bothered.

[@Tlilancalqui]

Bringing in Rick Bowness, and then addressing their locker room issues has been key. Adam Lowry was the perfect choice to wear the C, because he's a no-nonsense straight forward hard working guy that doesn't need to stand on the teeter-totter of scoring goals in order to make an impact. Reminds me a bit of Craig Conroy's Flames when they went to the cup. A team that was working together and willing to work hard.

[@mattthompson9395]

Bingo. Lowry was the perfect choice to captain this team. Points don't really matter when it comes to him, fans don't care because he's a heart and soul guy. He leads by example with his work ethic and standing up for his teammates.

[@darrionroberts4100]

Jets have the depth they haven't had since 2019 thanks to Chevy. Acquiring Niederreitter and Namestnikov for 2nd and 4th round picks last year was the start and then the haul he got for Dubois in June being Vilardi, Iafallo and Kupari have provided solid depth to the core that was already in place. Forwards are deep and the D pairings work well together, combine that with elite goaltending and buy in from everyone and you get these results. Jets absolutely should be viewed as serious contenders.

[@dixonhill1108]

Barron/Samberg are hella hella underrated in my opinion. Both are making us tight from the bottom upwards. Barron is effectively running the teen titan version of the lowry line.

[@alelectric2767]

Hey great comment! Spot on.

[@immaleaf4964]

@@dixonhill1108no kidding, so happy Barron is playing so well, dude is nothing be smiles, even when he got that skate to the face

[@TJ37961]

Flames fan, but I love following the jets and seeing their success! Must be nice to sign your big boys long term 😢

[@Transcona]

Now now, that's okay canadian brother

[@SherLock55]

Thanks fire bro, hope things get better for you guys, on paper you still have a solid team.

[@TJ37961]

@@SherLock55 haha thanks, true we have some good pieces hoping we can sell some UFA’s this year and get some decent returns 🤞🏻

[@Scheif]

yessirrr

[@stykkz8738]

MY JETS ARE 1ST OVERALL IN THE LEAGUE. NEVER HAVE I EVER FELT MORE EXCITED FOR THIS TEAM SINCE 2018

[@stykkz8738]

Not anymore. But in that moment w2 months ago. They were :(

[@AnthonyStorm11]

I'm so happy with our season so far, but I know things can change quickly. Go Jets Go! ✈️

[@WrathoflinX]

As a Jets fan I couldn't be happier. Been such a treat 🎉😅 Thanks Johnny for giving the boys some recognition. Seems like no one talks about them sadly.

[@seedofwonder]

Not sure the Jets got owned by Vegas in round 1 like everyone seems to remember. They had a dominant win in game 1 and then lost in OT in game 2. I think if they had managed a 2-0 series lead going back to Winnipeg the end result could have been quite different. After losing game 3 is when players like Dubois and Wheeler slow quit on the season, and it's obvious now that unloading them was good for the culture. But it was mostly the same squad and they had the right system with less than 100% buy in. I'm glad Cheveldayoff saw what he had and ignored all the media narratives.

[@cringetingles]

as an edmontonian, the jets have always been my favourite canadian team. love the team identity, fan base and players! the culture here in etwon can be pretty toxic but the jets seem to put in honest blue collar work time and time again with only a fraction of the star power.

[@Canmanpeg]

So the Pierre-Luc Dubois was traded to the Los Angeles Kings by the Winnipeg Jets for forwards Gabriel Vilardi (7 goals 15 points 18 games), Alex Iafallo (7 goals 17 points -32 games), and Rasmus Kupari (0 goals 1 point 15 points excellent PK player}, and a second-round pick (Montreal's) in the 2024 NHL Draft. All of these players fit into the system they are playing. Chevy has done a remarkable job. Resigning Nino Niederreiter for 3 more years, Vladislav Namestnikov for 2 more years, Mark Scheifele for 7 more years and Connor Vesinabuck for 7 more years. Remarkable work! Adam Lowry as the new captain who been great. They have the best 3rd line (Iafallo, Lowry and Appleton) in the leauge and they are killing it. Lastly this team hasn't allowed more than 3 goals against in 26 games! There's much more but...

[@NolanHockeyPodcast]

WE ARE A WAGON. Season has been insane.

[@jizzaymz]

Truth brother 💯

[@Transcona]

Moooooose watch

[@oigrebigman]

Johnny is so underrated! I love his content,

[@alainboulanger3558]

He is the best , no doubt

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

Glad Bones is back behind the bench,love how they rallied around Coach & his ailing Wife. The Jets are scary good!

[@LGR910]

30 straight allowing only 3 goals or less and currently 1st in the league GoJetsGo!!

[@HammerJammer81]

Been here in Winnipeg since 2014, have been to more games than I can count, and im excited to see more white out parties this spring! Excited to see how Perfetti finishes out the season.

[@JB0i]

Leafs fan here. I’m happy for Winnipeg! Bring the cup back to Canada if Vancouver can’t!

[@SoftLawnmower]

I’m so glad The MOST underrated team is finally getting some love. The Jets are Killing it.

[@reaganharder1480]

1 point back of first in the central, 2 points back of first in the league. I'd also like to note that the Canucks, another team lots of people expected to miss the playoffs, are also very much in the hunt for the President's Trophy. I don't know if I can remember a year where the top 8 teams were all within 4 points of 1st place, though that might be because I haven't had much reason to care. It's a great year for hockey fans in Western Canada.

[@gymguy25]

Last year, the Canucks had a terrible start, then they hired Tocchet and were instantly very competitive, problem was, they were so deep in the hole, their season was already over but I knew if they played this year the way they did at the end of last, they would do well!

[@reaganharder1480]

@@gymguy25 I don't remember what I expected from the Canucks before the year started. I knew they had pieces to do well, but I don't think I had them as top of the league. Similar story about the Jets. I'm a Jets fan and I expected them to do better than a lot of people did, but I figured probably something like 3rd in conference or something like that. Still possible, but for now, both teams are exceeding expectations I had for them even when I was expecting more than a lot of others were. Love to see it.

[@joshlogan2789]

Was at the game on Tuesday and the crowd was great. Back to chants heckling the goalie and the wave with three minutes left. Me and my son loved it. Go Jets Go.

[@Scheif]

Go Jets Go Baby!

[@reimannsum9077]

I love how Valiardi is outplaying Pierre-Luc Dubois by a wide margin. Exactly why I was thrilled that the Habs didn't go after PLD. He's a middling talent.

[@GermanFrisbeeDog]

The Jets are entertaining and playing smart, committed hockey. Big breath of fresh air after the past few seasons.

[@ManMythLegend123]

They are #1 right now. Predictions this year are wild! Never would’ve saw this coming

[@JoMaisBure10]

With three scoring lines, Vezina level goaltending, and a very reliable backend, it's hard not to assume the Jets look to be the team to beat in the western conference. Makes me happy they don't play Vancouver at all until the end of the season as a die hard Canucks fan lol

[@trevorconnatser6161]

As a bolts fan, I can’t help but be happy for the jets

[@TheClumsyChicken]

Happy for the jets, glad another Canadian team’s doing well to make up for Ottowa’s horrible start

[@johnkc4775]

Thanks Johnny Hawkey, I have been looking all day, not kidding, for some recognition for my Jets, and you were the first one to do so. Yes a year ago at this time they actually led the western conference for a short time. Then they fell off a cliff, I know, I know. Why is it different this time? Because last season every game was a teeth clenching, armchair squeezing stress fest. They were winning but winning all wrong. This season it’s actually enjoyable watching them win. They can keep a lead, score when behind too. Probably the best 2.0 team I’ve seen

[@AdamEtok]

Kyle Connor has been one of my favourite players to watch these last few seasons as a Flyers fan.

[@kimcokevin]

Imagine if PLD had signed in Winnipeg, they’d be out of the playoffs right now.

[@scottallan6770]

Kings fan here... I absolutely LOVE what the Jets are doing and it honestly has nothing to do with the traded players on either side. It's a feel good story that I hope keeps rolling... It's good for the game. Good luck! 👊

[@drenram]

So Happy For the Jets, They deserve their record

[@nmronnoc]

Not to mention Namestnikov playing like an absolute stud and all the prospects the team has coming down the line.

[@justingillis9254]

Since November 24 the Jets are 12-4-2, for a total of 26 points in 18 games. 1.44 points per game, for a points% of 72.22. They're the second hottest team in the league over this span, second only to Edmonton.

[@darkopecanac5533]

I am beyond excited for both Winnipeg and Vancouver. Both teams are so exciting to watch.

[@dontrapani7778]

Teams with legit stars are always must-watch, like Toronto and Edmonton. But right now, Vancouver and Winnepeg are in the same class, I love watching these teams!

[@kweqwequgtweqfq4694]

I’d say Hughes, Pettersson, Hellebuyck and Connor are legit stars

[@bunsw2070]

Connor is a beauty to watch. Some players are excellent but don't catch the eye for whatever reason.

[@malcolmapplet4313]

Kuznetsov busted his goal drought tonite and watching him play was special. He ragged the puck a bit to kill a few seconds on the PK and I'm sure people were saying "Oh man, THAT guy". What he can do when he relaxes out there. He's one of those guys I always wanted to see come into his own.

[@denisgaudry2422]

"Winnipeg"

[@raxnahali2339]

Win, lose, team looks the same. Love seeing it and the successes so far! Looking forward to seeing Bedard this month. Hopefully he won't beat up on his own again...

[@RememberMe123-b4b]

Oiler fan here.... You guys are an awesome team. Serious. If not us, hope you win the cup. You deserve it.

[@runa_7022]

im so happy to see the jets doing so good, ive grown up with them as my household's team (im a kraken fan now tho haha) and theyve always had potential imo! i cant wait to see them back in full force with kyle connor back and healthy

[@kalerobinson4521]

Thanks for the jets contents! Go Jets!!!

[@Pxrcupine3]

It's about time the Jets are good! Great moves done by the organization last couple of years. Good luck to them, as a habs fan

[@badshah_BC]

Maybe they are playing a bit above expected but for the first time in a long time, they are playing to their potential and have actual structure to their game. Their defence might be better than expected but they have always had depth at forward.

[@JUVI9596]

PLD trade was a steal for the Jets

[@eeevan7939]

I hope a canadian team wins this year. Between Winnipeg, Vancouver, Toronto and Edmonton I think we have a decent chance

[@gludiousmaximus7918]

It's the coaching... that is what good coaching looks like

[@jizzaymz]

As a Jets fan I'm just happy to see them have a year that matches their level of talent. They usually do great but then "fall of the wagon", the only difference this season is that they're consistently showing up. Go Jets Go!!! I wouldn't say they're having a particularly great year but moreso the previous years weren't so good for them cuz they're truly an amazing team

[@LGR910]

​@scottstenlund4431Not really, the team is playing unbelievable well right now!!

[@bryanferrerorgt5974]

People who keep sayinf theyll "fall off like usual" have NOT WATCHED JETS HOCKEY THIS SEASON ​@scottstenlund4431

[@Benesii]

loving the decibels and energy at the rink these days. A good season to be a winnipeger/jet's fan!

[@KrustyNorth65]

Trading off PLD GREAT MOVE!!! (Now he's LA's problem.) Also overall all their team defence is playing great. Once they get Connor back another offensive powerhouse! GO JETS!!!

[@km-nl6pu]

Ngl, even though I'm pulling for the Avs, it's nice to see a team be like "That's not how it's going to go down" even if they're in the division.

[@geoffreyashcroft3774]

It’s the buy in. Once the organization moved the pieces that needed to be moved, we have a band of brothers that will go put in the effort when they play. I know the beginning of last season looked good then it switched after the all star break so I’m hopeful they can stay healthy and keep the momentum for that deep play off run! Go Jets Go!

[@benderbendingrodriguez420]

GO JETS!✈️✈️

[@kelly2558]

Are the Jets for real? Depends what criteria you judge them by. If you go by integrity and buy in to a system and adherence to the old adage that there is no “I” in team, they are top in the league. Winnipeg is a humble little city and this is a humble little team. None of the players have individual agendas, they all to a man play as part of a team and are 100% on board with their coaching staff. Each member of the ream is in the place they want to be in, geographically and psychologically. They are well poised to take on their challenges one at a time and they have a great next of the season ahead of them. It’s a great time to be a Jets fan.

[@richardmiddleton4634]

The Jets are deep like the Marianas trench. In previous years having their top scorer sidelined would have relegated them to .500 hockey, but not this year.

[@xfinity319]

GOO JETS GOO!!! I’ve had enough of people underestimating my Jets. Keep it going boys!! ✈️✈️✈️

[@elliottryan13]

I'm still thinking, "WTF is the deal with my Penguins!?"

[@ryans413]

Their old age is catching up with them

[@YeYe-db6ur]

They just went on a heater and only lost last night cuz Sullivan started jarry for some reason

[@lanes-world]

That's right... WAGON

[@petermelville5524]

They are for real, Wheeler (bullied Laine) and Dubois (team?) contributed to the dressing room malaise. With them gone, and the 3 for 1 with LA, great depth.

[@EveryoneIsAnIdiotExceptForMe]

Sometime it's best not to comment on something you know nothing about

[@WiFuzzy]

I'm a jets fan. fingers crossed. But they are playing well.

[@Dwcdash]

1:39 I want to point out how funny it is that they’ve lost to Chicago, San Jose and Montreal while beating the Kings, Avs, Wings, Bruins and Lightning. Hockey is a funny sport GO JETS GO!!!!

[@theskwirtfiles]

They're called "trap" games for a reason lol

[@Yousemimight]

Pens will be comfortably in by game 60 I think. They are only 4 points out of second place and their metrics are top tier. Somehow they were mediocre in record for 25 games despite it but hockey finds a way to make sense of the numbers in the end

[@Bomber_Boi]

Chevy and Bones should be taking home hardware, along with a lengthy Stanley Cup run

[@jaydee7464]

Winnipeg is still paying for Wheeler for the next 2 seasons. One of those many long term deals that don't pan out. Lowry is a underated captain no doubt

[@AlergicToSnow]

Far too many solid indications that they are for real this time.

[@Cilvathorne]

The disrespect on showing Tkachuk in Flames gear is insane 😂😂

[@kieranbrown-cb3od]

GO JETS GO

[@tsmhav9233]

man be nice to see all canadian teams in playoff

[@intentionaloffside8934]

They are solid on all levels. Deep at forward, defence and in goal. The coach has also got every guy to buy into the system. If this team could win a few more draws and get out of their own way on the PP, they could go a long way.

[@gavinwinram7811]

After getting knocked out by Vegas I remember having to accept watching the jets be a dud team for the next few years to go through a rebuild. This is a great turnaround

[@seancushnie974]

A lot of things fell into place for this team at the right moment. It’s their time now

[@graeme5813]

I watch every game and we just simply put play our opponents

[@KcYukon]

Good question

[@Bentami]

jets have been too loyal for too long, thats what led to their mediocrity. It took Paul Maurice having to leave on his own for changes for this organization. Wheeler definitely needed to go. Dubois is not a player you can lean on and Jets got back huge depth with Vilardi and Iafallo playing great.

[@tedebayer1]

not bad, for a team in a city no NHL'er wants to ever play hockey in.... two seasons in Winterpeg... winter, and July.

[@LGR910]

Didn't Helle and Schiefele just sign long term this season? 😂

[@scottpetersonwesternhs9905]

I am not a PLD fan, never have been. I thought it was a good idea for Winnipeg to get rid of him, but there is no way I thought they would get half of what they got from LA. The Jets dump a total diva and get a haul in return! That to me has been the difference. Good on them for doing as well as they have so far, and a lot of it lately without Connor.

[@JamsheedRPGgod]

This team only gets better, Rutger Mcgroaty will slot perfectly into this line-up to. Lowry Mcgroaty Nino next year

[@primekiller5729]

If Winnipeg and Vancouver win their divisions and if Edmonton and Calgary manage to get in via Wild Card, then definitely looking forward to an all Canadian 1st Rd Playoff match between those 4 teams!

[@doubledouble4g379]

Still waiting for the wheels to fall-off them and the Canucks - I've seen this movie before, and I know how it ends by now. Either with a 1st round 'upset' or a game 7 kick to the five-hole in the Finals.

[@kimsawchuk69]

They have depth scoring, their best offensive players have bought into the Bone’s defence first system, and they are playing as a team not a collection of individuals. Their PP sucks, and their PK is weak. But 5 x 5 their numbers are stunning and their D, who looked weak, are steady. This is very different than last year. So I don’t expect them to win every game but with stunning goaltending and a new level of commitment and confidence- I can’t wait for each and every game. Bravo coaching staff and GM. Bravo to all of the players.

[@Rayzorprodzquit]

Woo let’s go JETS

[@deanmalkewich2366]

Just goes to show: don’t listen to the BS the media puts out.

[@zanov_71]

So Canucks vs Jets Western Conference Final? 😅

[@canucktruckerbear]

I used to be a loyal jets fan, But I since I wasn't allowed to go to a game because I chose my health over the fauchi ouchie.... I can't be bothered caring, or supporting them(or any other team) They didn't want my money and support then, so they sure ain't getting it now..

[@PTS328]

I’ve been saying this for last few seasons already, Jets are the best team on paper in the Nhl. From goaltending to D to FWDs, they got both top end talent and depth. At their best, they can skate with EVERY team, at EVERY position. The thing lacking too often is the drive and passion. If they decide to not just throw in the towel, then yes they are very legit, and very capable of atleast a confetence finals appearance

[@WhamBang]

Bruh. No.

[@PTS328]

@@WhamBang yes absolutely and entirely

[@LGR910]

​@@WhamBang Dont hate cuz its true!!

[@Tampafan33]

Vasy and the lightning are not the same. Not even close

[@Razzbow]

The penguins are a retirement home lmao

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

If some how VAN and WPG make it to a final together, one of those cities it getting burned to the ground if they lose. Lol

[@cascisa22]

Hell yeah

[@edstewart367]

A huge part of the Jets success is their ability to get the puck out of their own end quickly and efficiently. This season they just don't play in their own zone very much. opposition shots are from the outside for the most part and both of their goalies look solid. I think the Jets goal keepers actually trust their defensemen which allows them to play better..

[@bunsw2070]

Yeah. That sounds just like the relationship Toronto's goalies have with their defense. Lol. Except Toronto goalies wind up with mental problems.

[@bryanferrerorgt5974]

Toronto defenceive structure is inconsistent

[@edstewart367]

Too funny@@bunsw2070

[@Meowmixpleasedeliver]

I’m a huge fan of the jets, I’m hoping this season revitalizes the losses of attendance since Covid.

[@ElephantShoe..]

This is why I love the Jets. They are not a one or two star team. All players are sharing the load and acting like a team!

[@abartel6]

✈️✈️✈️

[@Oscar-is-dope-af]

LETS GO JETS

[@Robert-Peterson]

Absolutely EVERYTHING about this year's Jets has proven beyond any doubt whatsoever that the "hockey experts" don't know anything beyond what my dog knows about hockey. If it weren't for rampant, idiotic speculation - and placing bets on that same idiotic speculation - most hockey fans would have nothing to talk about.

[@danglesnipecelly13]

Connor is a fckn brick wall in net! So happy I have him in fantasy! 😂

[@dennisjordan4952]

Jets are due...Vancouver and Winnipeg western conference finals

[@stesch72]

I'll hold my tongue until after the dreaded All-Star break. That's usually when things derail. Here's hoping it doesn't.

[@squidMB]

As a Canucks fan i’ll for sure be rooting for the jets if they make the playoffs (as long as we aren’t facing them)

[@patrickr4762]

I think this is for real. After watching interviews a lot, the big difference is their mentality. Lowry as a C has def. changed the locker room, its more of family vibe and they got this ‘I got your back You got my back’ mentality. Second is they have learned from last year’s slump, they are not getting to excited or relaxed with their results and standings, they take it one game at a time. And they don’t compare themselves to other teams just them and how to be better. And they seem to have less drama than last year. They seem to be playing all on the same page.

[@boreddingercity]

The jets are a frickin wagon

[@KcYukon]

good ⁉️ questions 👍❓ we all wondering if this is for real or not .....