Dave Minuk
@icdave
Editor of & analyst on the Illegal Curve Hockey & Post-Game Shows. Covering the NHL (Jets) & AHL (Moose).
Pretty sure I need to have my head examined for agreeing to golf 18 when it’s pushing 35°C. But with four Minuks on the course celebrating my brother’s birthday, it seemed worth the risk… provided I don’t end up with heat stroke.
One of his 14 shootout stops that season came against future Jet Gustav Nyquist, who scored 28 goals for the Red Wings in 2014-15.
Manitoba has no shortage of incredible places, but more folks need to discover everything Westman has to offer. Another weekend at Clear Lake. Another reminder of just how special this place is. The only thing I’d change is finding a way to spend more time here. #ExploreMB
“…We know how special he is as a player and a person.…” Cole Perfetti on the uncertainty surrounding Connor Hellebuyck’s future. “…it’s pretty obvious that everyone obviously wants to continue to be his teammate and continue to play with him.” Watch: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
“…obviously his play is amazing. We’ve seen it all the last year. He’s a pretty special player..” Cole Perfetti is excited about Jets 2026 first-rounder Viggo Björck’s potential and is ready to help if they become linemates. Full media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
“….They’re showing you what they think of me, what they believe I can become and the player that I can be. That goes a long way for your confidence…” Cole Perfetti on what it means to have the Jets commit to him long-term. Full media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
Cole Perfetti was in Winnipeg for Adam Lowry’s wedding this past weekend, where he got to see many of his Jets teammates after signing his new five-year deal last Wednesday. Said he really appreciated the support from current and former teammates. Watch: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
Cole Perfetti was heading to lake with his parents as his Seadoo lift had broken when his agent called saying deal was close. Said getting news with his parents was awesome. Funny line by Carter Brooks “guess you get yourself a new Seadoo lift now”. Media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
“This is the most I’ve been on the ice. This is the best I’ve felt in the gym. Overall the body and the mind are in a great spot..” While he would have preferred a shorter offseason, Cole Perfetti has made the most of his summer training. Full media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
“I don’t think it was ever a serious thought. I know on our side we definitely didn’t want to go there. We wanted to be here. My family, myself. We love it here..” Cole Perfetti on negotiations with Jets after arbitration filing. Said it was “smooth”. Full media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
“Me and my family love it there. We love being in Winnipeg, being in Canada, being a part of the organization. We love Winnipeg as a city. We’ve really found a nice home there….” Cole Perfetti on signing a long-term deal with the Jets. Full media: illegalcurve.com/media-availa...
Six weeks ago on the IC Hockey Show, we projected a five-year deal for Cole Perfetti with an AAV between $6M and $6.5M Today, the two sides agreed to five years at $6M AAV. Pretty, pretty, pretty close. Latest: illegalcurve.com/winnipeg-jet...
There was a lot happening during Jets Development Camp, so this one may have flown under the radar. Goalie prospect Samuel Hrenák was selected by Moose Jaw in CHL Import Draft, but he told me he still hasn’t decided where he’ll play next season. Feature: illegalcurve.com/winnipeg-jet...
Time to say goodbye to my summer office after a really busy week at hfac covering Jets Development Camp & NHL Free Agency. If it’s related to the pro hockey clubs of Manitoba we’ve got it on illegalcurve.com Still lots more to come but coming to the rink is over for now.
Gimli’s Adam Vigfusson gets the final goal of the Jets Development Camp and wins it for Team Blue.
Jets prospect Viggo Björck runs out of room but still shows off some creativity as the scrimmage is now 3 on 3.
Final goal of the shootout goes to Callum Arnott who is a Jets Development Camp invitee. Showing off flashes of his uncle Jason with those hands.
A few more shootout goals after 4 on 4. First up Viktor Klingsell who finds the back of the net.a
Only player to score during the shootout following 5 on 5 was prospect Zach Nehring who wins it for Team Blue with this nifty move. #NHLJets
Here’s 30 seconds of Viggo Björck doing stuff at Jets Development Camp as Viggomania continues to grip Winnipeg.
And 2026 Jets Dev Camp scrimmage begins with Brayden Yager winning a faceoff against Moose teammate Jacob Julien. He won it back to Swedish duo Lukas Gustafsson (he’s a halfer) and Sascha Boumedienne.
Happy Canada Day folks from the middle province. Have to give thanks for living here.
Hard work paying off for undrafted 6’5” forward Jeff Malott. AHL deal with Moose NHL deal with Jets (1 yr) NHL deal with Jets (2 yr) NHL deal with Kings (2 yr) NHL deal with Ducks (3 yr) A really good kid who earned himself some nice security with this deal.
Stuart Skinner speaking very highly of goalie coach Wade Flaherty. Said he lives in Cgy now so he’ll be able to connect with some of the western Cdn players during summer. Seems very high on Winnipeg. We will have it on illegalcurve.com and our YouTube channel.
Florida vs Tampa Bay is gonna keep @hockeyfights.bsky.social very busy the next few years.
Watching the beep tests at Jets Development Camp, one thing that stands out is just how good Sascha Boumedienne’s skating and conditioning are. Plenty more prospect talk to come on illegalcurve.com
Tyrel Bauer and Issak Phillips on the ice in Winnipeg getting in a pro skate this morning. They are being put through their paces by Moose skills coach Dave Cameron. Tyrel is an RFA who I suspect will be getting a new contract soon. All the latest on illegalcurve.com