The Winnipeg Jets are set to see several key players make their preseason debuts tonight, including Mark Scheifele, Kyle Connor, Gabriel Vilardi, Cole Perfetti and Josh Morrissey.
Mark Scheifele, the Jets' veteran centre, is coming off a strong 2025-26 season in which he recorded 36 goals and 67 assists for 103 points in 82 games. Over his career, Scheifele has amassed 907 points in 961 games, establishing himself as one of the most consistent performers in the league.
Kyle Connor, another key forward for the Jets, also returns to action after posting 39 goals and 53 assists for 92 points in 82 games during the 2025-26 regular season. His presence alongside Scheifele and other top players will be a focal point for the team as they begin their preseason campaign.
The Jets will look to gauge the readiness of their core players ahead of the regular season, with tonight's game serving as an important early test for the team's depth and chemistry.