Josh Morrissey, the top defenseman for the Winnipeg Jets, is set to make his return against the Vancouver Canucks. Head coach Scott Arniel confirmed Morrissey’s participation for the game, which marks his comeback after a five-game absence.
Injury Details and Olympic Impact
Morrissey, who is 30 years old, has not played since late February. He suffered an upper-body injury while competing for Canada during the opening game at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics against Czechia. This injury sidelined him for the remainder of the Olympics.
Season Performance Stats
This season, Morrissey has appeared in 56 games for the Jets, accumulating 10 goals and 32 assists, totaling 42 points. He averages over 24.5 minutes of ice time per game.
Career Progression
- Morrissey was selected 13th overall by the Jets in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
- Entering his 10th full-time NHL season, he has shown consistent development.
- In the 2022-23 season, he achieved a career-high of 76 points, including 16 goals and 60 assists.
Team Situation
The Jets have struggled offensively, currently ranking 23rd in the NHL with an average of 2.85 goals scored per game. After winning the Presidents’ Trophy last season, the team faces the possibility of missing the playoffs this year.
Current Standings
Winnipeg sits with 60 points in 61 games, placing them in sixth position in the Central Division. They are seven points behind the second wild card spot in the Western Conference. With 21 games left in the regular season, the Jets are in a challenging position to secure a playoff berth for the fourth consecutive year.
Upcoming Games
Following the match against the Canucks, the Jets will host the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday. Morrissey’s return will be crucial to their efforts as they aim to improve their performance and playoff chances.
