It’s not something we can ignore.

This show doesn’t typically wade into politics, but today it’s unavoidable. During the State of the Union address, President Donald Trump announced that Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom following Team USA’s 2-1 overtime gold medal victory over Canada. The decision has sparked plenty of reaction, and the guys share their thoughts on the entire situation.

On the ice, the Winnipeg Jets return to action tonight in Vancouver against the Canucks. Winnipeg will be without several key players due to injury, including Neal Pionk, Josh Morrissey, and Nino Niederreiter. Ville Heinola makes his season debut -- how do you feel about the Jets’ chances against the league’s last-place team?

Jason Brough of Sportsnet 650 in Vancouver joins the show to discuss what lies ahead for the Canucks this season and beyond.

All that and more on today’s edition of Jets at Noon.

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