Hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe cover the Winnipeg Jets’ game days with updates, quotes, and lineup news ahead of puck drop. On Saturday, the team focused on meetings, and head coach Scott Arniel expects Sunday to bring results on the ice.
Following a 2–1 loss to the San Jose Sharks on Friday, marking their second straight defeat to start a six-game road trip, Arniel took time in Anaheim for individual player meetings to prepare for the matchup with the Ducks.
“To be straight up, I had one-on-ones with players,” Arniel said at the Honda Center. “Since we have many new guys and we’re teaching as we go, I haven’t really had a chance since training camp to set expectations. Now every player knows their role and what the coaches expect. Let’s go out and do it together.”
During Sunday’s morning skate, a key update arrived: Cole Perfetti, recovering from an ankle injury, is expected to make his season debut after missing the first 14 games.
After consecutive road losses, Jets coach Scott Arniel called one-on-one meetings to inspire unity, as Cole Perfetti prepares for his season debut against the Ducks.