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Winnipeg Jets face lineup questions ahead of Blackhawks matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 12:10 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Winnipeg Jets face lineup questions ahead of Blackhawks matchup

Summary

The Winnipeg Jets prepare to face the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night, seeking a second consecutive win. The Jets will be without defenseman Josh Morrissey for the third straight game, creating challenges for their defensive rotation. Goaltender Stuart Skinner, who has a strong start to the season, will likely play a key role in the matchup. Head coach Scott Arniel must also decide on the status of Vlad Namestnikov, who is a game-time decision after an injury sustained in the morning skate. The teams are set to meet at 8:00 p.m. EDT for this Central Division clash.

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By the Numbers

•Jets aim for back-to-back wins after defeating the Minnesota Wild.
•Morrissey's absence leaves a gap in the Jets' defense.
•Stuart Skinner has a strong 3-0-1 record this season.
•Namestnikov's status is uncertain after a fall in warmups.
•The matchup is a divisional showdown at 8:00 p.m. EDT.

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12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Winnipeg Jets’ Lineup Uncertain Ahead Of Blackhawks Clash

What they're saying

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The Winnipeg Jets face uncertainty as they gear up to face the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night as they seek to win two straight. The Jets will unfortunately miss Josh Morrissey for the third straight game, so the defensive rotation must step up again. They did just that in Tuesday night’s three-goal win over the […] The post Winnipeg Jets’ Lineup Uncertain Ahead Of Blackhawks Clash appeared first on HEAVY.
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