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Arniel, Cheveldayoff address disappointing Jets season

Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff speaks to media on April 20, 2026. Jordan Pearn / Global News

Leadership for the Winnipeg Jets say they’ll be taking a long, hard look at the team during the off-season.

The Jets dropped 34 points and 25 places in the standings from their Presidents’ Trophy-winning run last year. Head coach Scott Arniel acknowledged that it isn’t what anyone wants — or expects — out of the team.

“I’m extremely disappointed, I know our players are,” said Arniel. “Management, ownership, this is not where we want to be with the Winnipeg Jets.”

Click to play video: 'RAW: Winnipeg Jets Scott Arniel Interview – Apr. 20'
RAW: Winnipeg Jets Scott Arniel Interview – Apr. 20

Both Arniel and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff say they will be looking at analytics and the success of other teams to see how they can up their game next year.

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At the same time, Cheveldayoff continued to affirm his commitment to the team’s “core” players.

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“Every decision I’m making is to try to push this group forward to try to win a championship, with this group of players,” he said.

Click to play video: 'RAW: Winnipeg Jets Kevin Cheveldayoff Interview – Apr. 20'
RAW: Winnipeg Jets Kevin Cheveldayoff Interview – Apr. 20

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