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Nikolai Ehlers
NHL
Sean Monahan
Scott Arneal
Dylan Demello
NHL Draft
Brad Lambert
Cole Perfetti
Rutger Mcgroarty
AHL
Brad Berry
North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Billy Hanel
Kapo Kakinen
Vili Hanel
Sara Orlesky
Stanley Cup
Analytics
Stanley Cup Final

The Illegal Curve Hockey Show airs Saturdays mornings while the Illegal Curve Post-Game Show goes live after every Jets game. Our goal is provide comprehensive coverage of the Winnipeg Jets & Manitoba Moose

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Going up against the team with the fewest home losses (regulation and extra time) you knew it wasn't going to be easy for the Jets to secure two points in Boston and they did not as the Bruins rolled them by a final score of 6-1. Winnipeg misses a pr... more

The Jets battled back to get a point but the Preds take it in a shootout by a final score of 4-3. Tough to lose a point given the position of Winnipeg. They went 5-2-1 during this long eight-game homestand which has put them closer to a playoff spot.... more

The Jets sweep their back-to-back set this weekend with today's 3-2 win over the Blues. Eric Comrie was excellent making 29 saves on 31 shots as he won his fifth straight game for Winnipeg. Mark Scheifele & Kyle Connor get their 31st while Haydn Fleu... more

Just like everyone predicted as the Jets held the high-powered Avalanche to one goal and go on to win 3-1.

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Recent Guests

Tyrel Bauer
Moose defenseman, bobblehead guest
Manitoba Moose
Episode: 3/7/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Kevin Cheveldayoff
General Manager of Winnipeg Jets
Winnipeg Jets
Episode: Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff 2026 NHL Trade Deadline day presser
Connor Hellebuyck
Winnipeg Jets goalie; Olympic gold medalist
Winnipeg Jets
Episode: Reflections from Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck on winning gold with Team USA
Scott Arniel
Winnipeg Jets head coach
Winnipeg Jets
Episode: Winnipeg Jets points streak hits five games with impressive 4-1 win over Tampa Bay Lightning (Bonus: Stanley/Schenn trade talk)
Kristen Shilton
ESPN journalist slated to join for trade deadline preview
ESPN
Episode: Winnipeg Jets let a point slip away as Anaheim Ducks complete comeback winning 5-4 in overtime
Murad Atash
The Athletic analyst slated to join for Jets Talk and trade deadline discussion
The Athletic
Episode: Winnipeg Jets let a point slip away as Anaheim Ducks complete comeback winning 5-4 in overtime
John Mattis
Writer for The Score, providing analysis on hockey events and players.
The Score
Episode: 2/21/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Christian Aumel
Sports commentator from 680 CJOB
680 CJOB
Episode: 2/7/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Brian Engblom
Former Jets analyst, now Tampa Bay Lightning analyst
Episode: 2/7/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show

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Drew Mandel
Host with long-running involvement across multiple Illegal Curve Hockey properties.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 350 ratings
  • Jets like win!

    Obviously, like Jets like won a game in OT, obviously , like even if like we have no English grammar like chops, it was a great like game....obviously!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Willie from Winnipeg
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great hockey podcast with the best coverage of everything Jets and Moose.

    Great hockey podcast with the best coverage of everything Jets and Moose.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wilhelm K.O.
    Australiaa year ago
  • Another hockey podcast

    Love, listening to the podcast that way when their ADD kicks in I can fast forward 4-5 minutes. fairly entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    superdan981
    Canada2 years ago
  • Entertaining but stick to hockey

    The boys are great to listen to when they’re talking hockey and Dave’s morning papers on social media is a must in my daily routine. My issue, too many personal opinions on politics and jabs at people or things they may not believe in. Everybody’s entitled to their own opinion but if I wanted opinion on politics I’d tune into literally any mainstream media news outlet. This isn’t about the left, right or center. I came to IC to hear about hockey not personal opinions on politics and to hear jab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hunt_Guide
    Canada2 years ago
  • Phyllis review

    Still love IC for the awesome sports content and fun "off the rails" content that Drew, Dave and Ezzy provide post Jets games and once a week on Saturday mornings during NHL regular season. Keep up the great work, guys! Lovely to meet all of you at Fan Fest in person too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canada's operatic duo
    Canada2 years ago

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Audience values candid opinions balanced with expert context and community feel.
Listener feedback highlights-depth analysis and a strong Jets focus with approachable banter.
Praise for consistent coverage of Jets and Moose with insightful postgame breakdowns.

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#66
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Apple Podcasts
#132
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Apple Podcasts
#219
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#111
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#182
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#248
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3/7/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Q: How might the Roseyan acquisition impact the Jets this season and next?
Roseyan is viewed as a high-upside AHL scorer who could step into a mid-range NHL role, potentially contributing immediately if he translates his scoring from Rochester, with the second and fourth round picks providing future depth.
3/7/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Q: What was the macro view of the Jets' deadline moves and how do they fit into the long-term plan?
The hosts suggest the moves were part of a longer-term strategy to re-stock the roster with younger, affordable players while keeping some veteran pieces, aiming to stay competitive and improve flexibility for the coming seasons.
Winnipeg Jets strike first but Montreal Canadiens take over in 5–1 loss as Olympic break arrives
Q: How do you handle going into a now three week break before you get to play again, sitting on a loss like that?
It's important to take some time away from the game to reset and refocus before coming back to play the remaining games.
Winnipeg Jets rally, but a two-point win slips away in shootout loss to Panthers
Q: So did the Jets gain a point? Did the Jets lose a point?
While it's debatable, the consensus was that the Jets gained a point by coming back in the game.
1/17/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Q: What are the implications of Chris Tanev's absence for the Leafs' lineup?
Losing Chris Tanev is significant as he was a stabilizing force on defense, and the Leafs are in the market for a right-handed defenseman to fill that gap.

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A fast-paced, Winnipeg Jets–focused show blends postgame analysis, trade-deadline chatter, and roster-building discussions with lively banter and fan engagement. Episodes routinely dissect game moments, line combinations, and coaching decisions, while also unpacking moves around trades, cap dynamics, and future prospects. A standout feature is the mix of expert guests from sports media, team staff, and returning players, which helps balance tactical breakdowns with behind-the-scenes context and community-orientated storytelling. The format often includes live reactions, sponsor reads, and banter that keeps conversations approachable for devoted Jets fans and North American hockey followers alike.

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