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The current Winnipeg Jets originate back to the Atlanta Thrashers, which joined the league during the 1999 Expansion. The Thrashers struggled during their existence with only one postseason appearance in 12 seasons. Following the 2010-11 season, they relocated to Winnipeg to bring back the Jets franchise name. The Jets have had moderate success since relocating with six postseason appearances in 12 seasons. 

Jets’ Success Could Be Impacted by Manitoba Moose Talent & Depth
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The Winnipeg Jets just wrapped up their annual Young Stars tournament, putting us one step closer to the end of the offseason and the beginning of the NHL season. The tournament is a great primer for getting amped up for fast-paced action, but it also gives fans a closer look at who stands out amongst the rest of the prospects. Combining the true rookies with the additional depth the Jets have accumulated in their farm system, a clearer picture begins to emerge of who may play an impact down the line when or if call-ups are needed. Whether it’s a…

NHL’s Cup Contenders Need to Check All the Boxes
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This week, The Hockey Writers (THW) had its first “Nucleus Draft” (I participated along with Matthew Zator and Zach Martin). The goal was to draft a Stanley Cup team with one forward, a defenseman, a goaltender, a head coach, and a wild card (a player who could play any position). Check out the entire draft here. Related: Ranking NHL Teams By Forwards The big takeaway following the podcast was that a great team — specifically, a great core that can lead a team to a Cup — must check multiple boxes. I assembled a team that had Auston Matthews and…

Winnipeg Jets 2024 Offseason Overview
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The Winnipeg Jets’ training camp opens Thursday, Sept. 19 and the 2024-25 season is less than a month away, with regular-season puck drop slated for Oct. 9 in Edmonton against the Stanley-Cup finalist Oilers. Related: Breaking Down the Winnipeg Jets’ 2024-25 Schedule It’s been an interesting offseason of additions and subtractions for a Jets squad that finished fourth in the NHL with 52 wins last season but made its second-straight first-round exit, this time at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche. We certainly won’t accuse you of living under a rock if you haven’t been paying attention to the Jets…

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Jets FAQ

What year were the Winnipeg Jets founded?

The current Winnipeg Jets originate back to the Atlanta Thrashers, which joined the league during the 1999 Expansion.

When did the Winnipeg Jets play their first game?

The Jets played their first game (as the Atlanta Thrashers) on Oct. 2, 1999, against the New Jersey Devils. They lost the game 4-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Winnipeg Jets?

Rick Bowness is the current head coach for the Winnipeg Jets.