Winnipeg Jets Preseason Schedule

The Winnipeg Jets are a professional ice hockey team competing in the NHL's Western Conference. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, The franchise originated in 1999 as the Atlanta Thrashers, enduring five consecutive losing seasons before a turnaround led by young star Ilya Kovalchuk. The Thrashers achieved their first winning record in the 2005–06 season and even captured a division title in 2006–07. Despite the initial promise, the Thrashers struggled with consistency and poor attendance. In 2011, the franchise was sold and relocated to Winnipeg, becoming the Jets and reviving the name of the city’s former NHL team that existed from 1972 to 1996. After the relocation, the Jets transitioned to the Western Conference as part of an NHL realignment in 2013.

The Jets have seen periods of success since their return to Winnipeg. The 2014–15 season marked their first playoff appearance post-relocation, though they were swept in the first round. A standout 2017–18 season followed, where they posted the second-best record in the NHL and advanced to the conference finals, losing to the Vegas Golden Knights. The team made the playoffs again in the 2018–19 and 2020–21 seasons.

Winnipeg Jets Preseason Schedule

The Winnipeg Jets kicked off their preseason with a tough start, suffering a 5-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild at home on September 21, 2024. The following day, they faced the Edmonton Oilers in another close matchup, ultimately losing 3-2 in overtime, which left their record at 0-1-1. The Jets on September 25, dominated the Oilers in a strong 6-1 victory, bringing their record to 1-1-1.

The Jets lost their fourth pre-season game against the Minnesota Wild 8-5 on September 27. Following this loss, the Jets will look to get back to winning ways in a home game against the Calgary Flames on October 2. Just two days later, they will head to Calgary for another clash at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Here’s a table summarising the Winnipeg Jets preseason schedule: