The Winnipeg Jets have added an extra forward to the mix as they hit the road for a couple of games. Mikey Eyssimont has been recalled from the Manitoba Moose ahead of a two-game trip through Calgary and Seattle.
Eyssimont, 26, has been excellent for the Moose so far this year, scoring two goals and nine points in nine games. The minor league veteran only has one appearance at the NHL level in his career, coming last year with Winnipeg. If he gets another, he’ll be looking for his first point at the highest level.
That certainly isn’t guaranteed though, as the Jets are now on a three-game winning streak and sit first in the Central Division. The group is getting outstanding goaltending from Connor Hellebuyck and a new commitment to the defensive side of the puck from many veteran players. Though they have scored just 38 goals through 12 games, they’ve allowed just 28 – the fewest in the entire league.
They’ve had that success without Nikolaj Ehlers, who is getting closer to returning and will only help their offensive punch. After a disappointing year in 2021-22, the Jets appear to be playoff contenders once again.