Winnipeg Jets at Anaheim Ducks

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

Pre-Game Preparation

After a narrow 2-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks on Friday, marking their second straight defeat to start a six-game road trip, head coach Scott Arniel focused on individual conversations with every healthy player ahead of the matchup against the Anaheim 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 what I expect of you.’ And with returning players, we reviewed what is expected from them each 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

During Sunday’s morning skate, an encouraging development was noted as forward Cole Perfetti, recovering from an ankle injury, was cleared to make his season debut after missing the first 14 games.

Game Context

The Jets aim to rebound from their sluggish start to the trip, hoping that clear communication and returning players will boost their performance against the Ducks.

Author’s Summary: Arniel refocused the Jets through personal talks as they look to rebound in Anaheim, with Perfetti’s return offering a much-needed spark after consecutive road losses.

Winnipeg Free Press — 2025-11-10