Winnipeg Jets at Anaheim Ducks – Winnipeg Free Press

On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe share news, notes, quotes from the morning skate, injury updates, and lineup decisions a few hours before puck drop.

Jets Prepare for Action After Tough Start

Following a disappointing 2-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks on Friday, marking back-to-back defeats to begin a six-game road trip, Jets head coach Scott Arniel held individual meetings with all healthy players in Anaheim. His goal was to clarify expectations and set the tone for the game against the Ducks.

“To be straight up, I had one-on-ones with players,” Arniel said at the Honda Center. “Because we have a large number of new guys and we’re teaching them as we go, I never really got a chance since training camp to say ‘OK, this is now what I expect of you.’ And to review with our players that have been here last year, touching on the things I expect from them every night.

“Each guy knows their role, what I expect and what the coaches expect of them. So let’s go out and do it as a whole.”

Injury Update

At Sunday’s morning skate, it was announced that Cole Perfetti, sidelined with an ankle injury, will make his season debut for the Jets after missing the first 14 games.

Game Moment

San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made key saves during Friday’s match in San Jose, California.

(Photo credit: Vásquez/The Associated Press files)

Summary

The Jets are regrouping after a slow start with clear roles set by the coach and the return of a key player expected to strengthen the team.

Author’s summary: The Winnipeg Jets aim to rebound from early losses by reinforcing player roles and welcoming Cole Perfetti back, strengthening their lineup for the ongoing road trip.

Winnipeg Free Press — 2025-11-10