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The USA Hockey rule change that’s forcing youth players to think, not ice

Sean Fitz-Gerald

USA Hockey has changed a rule for youth teams, outlawing icing the puck while short-handed. Could the idea take hold in Canada too?

Jets trade tiers: Rentals likely to be moved this season but making room for prospects will eventually be a priority

If the Jets' playoff odds don't improve, they'll need to be sellers at the deadline and start planning for next season.

NHL players dish on their favorite subtle skills around the league: ‘I don’t know how he does that’

We asked more than 20 NHL stars for the unique skill they most admire in other players.

Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff speaks: Trade deadline plans, coach evaluation, prospect pipeline and more

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How Jets can turn slim odds into playoff reality, from a Connor Hellebuyck surge to the ideal forward mix

Ray Ferraro, a son’s career-long grind, and the Olympic ‘lightning bolt’ that makes it all worthwhile

Sean Fitz-Gerald

Mark Scheifele concerns, Andrew Copp’s trade value and Jets forwards’ defensive struggles: Mailbag

Wheeler’s 2022 NHL prospect pool rankings: No. 11 Winnipeg Jets

How Johnathan Kovacevic’s family story helps him put his hockey pursuit in perspective

Jets midseason depth chart: From Cole Perfetti’s future to Connor Hellebuyck’s workload and youth on defence

Dylan Playfair 20 Questions: On ‘Letterkenny,’ wine corks, the line people shout at him and costly slap shots

Sean Fitz-Gerald

NHL Player Tiers, midseason refresh: Who’s in, who’s out — and who rose the most

Sean Gentille, Dom Luszczyszyn and more

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The USA Hockey rule change that’s forcing youth players to think, not ice

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