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Mark Scheifele aims for franchise records with Jets in new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 5:57 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Mark Scheifele aims for franchise records with Jets in new season

Summary

Mark Scheifele begins the 2026-27 season with the Winnipeg Jets, needing only 18-19 games to surpass Dale Hawerchuk’s franchise points record. Currently, Scheifele sits at 907 points, trailing Hawerchuk’s 929. The Jets absorbed the statistics from their previous incarnation (1979-96), impacting team records. Scheifele, who posted a career-high 103 points last season, is poised to reclaim the top spot as he attempts to boost his goals and assists totals early in the season. The Jets face the Boston Bruins on Friday at home to kick off their campaign.

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By the Numbers

•Scheifele has 907 points, needing 23 to pass Hawerchuk.
•He scored 36 goals and 67 assists last season.
•Jets absorbed 1979-96 stats, altering historical records.
•Next game is against the Boston Bruins on Friday.

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5:57 AMYahoo Sports — Mark Scheifele Enters Jets Season on Brink of Franchise History

What they're saying

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Mark Scheifele is one of the most decorated players in Winnipeg Jets history. And in 2026-27, he’s on the cusp of cementing his legacy.On Thursday, Sep. 24, the Jets’ statistical history became one, starting with the original 1979-96 Jets. That sent shockwaves throughout the organization, as Scheifele, who set the record as the 1999-present Thrashers/Jets […] The post Mark Scheifele Enters Jets Season on Brink of Franchise History appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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