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The Winnipeg Jets have lost a season-high four straight games and angst levels are rising quicker than the Red River after a spring storm. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre break down what’s gone wrong lately, from getting blown out by Edmonton, injuries to key players and the benching of Mark Scheifele. They also reflect on the 25-year anniversary of the final Jets 1.0 game, discuss the red-hot Vladimir Guerrero Jr., look at the Fish having to fly south to start their baseball season, and hear about Steve’s enrolment in Club Jab.

The Winnipeg Jets are battling Toronto and Edmonton for top spot in the all-Canadian division. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre look at their chances of finishing first with just 11 games left in the regular-season. They also discuss the return to health of captain Blake Wheeler, the inconsistent play of Pierre-Luc Dubois and what might be a preferred playoff matchup. The also tackle the CFL’s decision to kick the start of their season a couple months down the road due to COVID-19, Mike getting vaccinated on Monday and Steve’s upcoming date with a needle.

The Winnipeg Jets were quiet at the NHL trade deadline, adding just a depth defenceman for the stretch drive. Should they have been more active? Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss what general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff did, and didn’t, do. They also look ahead to what should be a compelling stretch of hockey, with seven straight games against Toronto and Edmonton on deck. They also chat about the latest CFL news, including some big changes that could be on the horizon, and have a few choice words for Mother Nature.

The NHL trade deadline is just days away, and the Winnipeg Jets have pretty much punched their ticket to the playoffs. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre look at what general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff might be planning, and how the team should approach the final month of the regular-season. They also discuss the COVID-19 situation in Vancouver and what it could mean for Canadian sports teams hoping to bring fans back into rinks and stadiums, the gripes of CFL players left twisting in the wind, the upcoming Masters golf tournament and how they both shed some weight — Mike in the form of 100 pounds, Steve in the form of his bushy beard.

The Winnipeg Jets are flirting with first place as they flip the calendar to April. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the team’s successful, and very lengthy, recent road trip and set the stage for the final 20 games of the regular-season. They also look at the decision to put the team’s three best forwards together on the same line and debate which defenceman should be exposed in the upcoming expansion draft. The guys also tee-up Thursday’s start of the MLB season and how the Blue Jays look poised to fly high; dig into the current financial state of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers; and set the table for their Easter feasts, with a special focus on dessert, of course.

The Winnipeg Jets are in the middle of a marathon road trip, with one victory and two losses through the first three games of the seven-game trek through western Canada. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss what they’ve seen so far from the club, along with areas of concern that could be addressed through a trade — including the latest rumblings ahead of the Apr. 12 deadline. They also look at late-breaking developments from the CFL, which could be good news for fans but bad news for players. And Mike talks about teeing it up for the first time this season after a frigid round of golf earlier this week.

The Winnipeg Jets drew have officially hit the midway point of their truncated 56-game season. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the highs and lows of the 17-9-2 club, which sits just four points out of first place. They also look ahead to the upcoming trade deadline and whether general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff should step up to the plate and take a big swing. The duo also explore the intriguing relationship between the CFL and XFL and what it could mean for three-down football in Canada, plus share some bucket list travel destinations in a post-COVID world.

The Winnipeg Jets drew first blood Tuesday night as they kicked off three straight games against first place Toronto. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre break down how their 4-3 victory followed a familiar blueprint, starting with stellar goaltending, and how sustainable this style of play is. They also look ahead to the trade deadline and what Kevin Cheveldayoff might be in the market for, and the Seattle explanation draft. Other topics include the one-year anniversary of the sports world shutting down due to COVID, the early spring we’ve been enjoying and Mike on the hunt for new golf clubs.

The Winnipeg Jets won’t be enjoying much home cooking for a while as they hit the road for 12 of their next 14 games beginning Thursday in Montreal. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss what’s ahead for the 14-7-1 club following an impressive 60-minute effort in their latest victory on Tuesday. They also look at whether backup goalie Laurent Brossoit deserves more starts, valuable contributions from their depth forwards and the top six stars shining bright. Other topics include the potential return of fans, what the upcoming CFL season could involve, the start of MLB spring training and how they plan to take advantage of a favourable weather forecast.

The Winnipeg Jets are off to an impressive 11-6-1 start to their season. But 13 of those 18 games have come against non-playoff teams in Ottawa, Vancouver and Calgary. Now the real test begins, with 23 of the next 34 against Toronto, Edmonton and Montreal beginning Thursday. Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss how the hockey club might handle this tougher stretch, whether their current style of play can lead to sustainable success, the breakout performance from Pierre-Luc Dubois and more. They also chat about Tiger Woods’ devastating car crash, Mike’s pitch to buy Steve’s unused golf clubs, and Steve’s idea to ditch his vehicle and travel by two wheels instead of four.