In the lead-up to their next game, the Winnipeg Jets are facing lineup uncertainties due to player injuries and game-time decisions. Defenseman Nate Schmidt was notably absent from the pre-game warmup, suggesting Logan Stanley will replace him. Additionally, the team practiced with 13 forwards, including Rasmus Kupari, indicating a forward will be scratched for the upcoming game. Concerns were raised when forward Nikolaj Ehlers was missing from practice, later attributed to a nagging minor injury. Head Coach Rick Bowness mentioned Ehlers is 'battling something' but is expected to play against the Chicago Blackhawks, despite the injury which is believed to have recurred against Calgary. The final decision on Ehlers' participation will depend on his condition closer to the game time, particularly if he's too sore.
Panarin and Vesey are both on the ice for warmups, as are Belzile and Othmann. 14 forwards in total. We'll see who takes rushes. #NYR
I'm told Nikolaj Ehlers is expected to play tomorrow in Chicago. #NHLJets
Nikolaj Ehlers is dealing with a nagging minor injury. I believe it recurred against Calgary. Rick Bowness says Ehlers will probably play tomorrow but they won't risk further injury if he's too sore.
Nikolaj Ehlers is dealing with a nagging injury. Will see how he feels tomorrow ahead of Chicago game. #NHLJets
#NHLJets HC Rick Bowness says F Nikolaj Ehlers is “battling something” but he’s expected to play tomorrow vs #Blackhawks “nagging injury” is how Bowness describes it.
#NHLJets are back on the ice. Don’t see Nikolaj Ehlers out there. Will see what HC Rick Bowness says about that after the skate.
Nikolaj Ehlers missing today from practice. #NHLJets
#NHLJets on ice for the pre-game warmup, I don’t see Nate Schmidt, so it looks like Logan Stanley is in for him. Believe there are 13 forwards out there, including Rasmus Kupari. One forward will be scratched. Will see what line rushes bring.