What is the biggest battle for the Winnipeg Jets next season?
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The debut of the highly anticipated NHL regular season is rapidly approaching, and internal battles within the Winnipeg Jets are intensifying.
One of the most noteworthy question marks heading into next season for the Jets is who will take the last defensive position on the roster?
General manager made some significant moves regarding the Jets backend this NHL offseason regarding re-signing Colin Miller, Logan Stanley, Ville Heinola and bringing in Dylan Coghlan from the Carolina Hurricanes. Realistically, the final roster spot is up for grabs for any of the above mentioned.
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Now, Stanley has a slight advantage in terms of experience, mainly because he got extended looks in 2023-24 on that third pairing. That said, experience alone shouldn't necessarily lock him into that spot. Down the stretch, there were issues with foot speed, and with speed being an issue for the entire team, maybe that becomes a factor heading into camp.
Heinola brings that skating the Jets have missed at times, but with his upside comes question marks. He hasn't had the same amount of playtime over the past several years, largely bouncing between the press box and the AHL and missing the bulk of last season with an ankle injury.
Although no one is certain who will start on the Winnipeg Jets third defensive pairing, the true battle is between Logan Stanley and Ville Heinola. It will be interesting to se how things unfold during the preseason.
source: The Hockey Writers
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Winnipeg Jets' Roster Battles to Watch This Season
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