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Winnipeg Jets
NHL
Connor Hellebuck
NHL Playoffs
Dallas Stars
St. Louis Blues
Nikolai Ehlers
Mark Scheifele
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Jonathan Toews
Scott Arneal
Cole Perfetti
Connor Hellebuyck
NHL Draft
Kyle Connor
Hockey
Manitoba Moose
Josh Morrissey
Stanley Cup
Playoffs

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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Two hours of hockey talk on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show as we continue to discuss all things Jets including the talk about Shane Doan potentially joining front office, chat about the impact of Manitobans in the Stanley Cup Final, continue our focus... more

Two hours of hockey talk on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show as we continue to discuss all things Jets, reflect on the NHL playoffs, discuss the success of Winnipeg players at the World Championship, chat about next month's NHL Draft and more.

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TSN’s Director of Scouting Craig Button shared his insight on the Illegal Curve Hockey Show, ahead of next month's Draft with some thoughts on players Winnipeg could draft with the eighth overall pick. He also shared thoughts about whether they might... more

Two hours of hockey talk covering all the latest with the Winnipeg Jets news including next month's draft and a look at Cole Perfetti's next contract. We also looked at how Jets players were doing at the World Championship. We touched on the latest d... more

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Recent Guests

Mike McIntyre
Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press
Winnipeg Free Press
Episode: 5/30/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Jeff Marek
Jeff Marek from Daily Face Off, guest on the show
Daily Face Off
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Jamie Thomas
Jets team reporter
Winnipeg Jets
Episode: 5/23/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Craig Button
TSN director of scouting
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Episode: 5/23/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Brayden Yager
Winnipeg Jets prospect, first pro season in the AHL/NHL
Winnipeg Jets / Manitoba Moose
Episode: Winnipeg Jets prospect Brayden Yager reflects on first pro season on the IC Hockey Show
Jim Toth
Host/analyst, 680 CJOB
680 CJOB
Episode: 5/16/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Grant McCagg
NHL Draft Analyst
Habscast/recruits.ca
Episode: 5/9/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Dan Robertson
Play-by-play announcer, Jets on TSN3; World Hockey Championships broadcaster
TSN3/WCH
Episode: 5/9/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show
Scott Burnside
Senior hockey writer/analyst
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Episode: 4/25/26 Illegal Curve Hockey Show

Host

Drew Mandel
Host of the show; lead on-air presence with team-focused analysis

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.
    Australia2 years 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.

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    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
    Canada3 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for comprehensive Jets and Moose coverage and strong post-game insights.
Some reviewers note strong coverage but occasional off-topic comments; overall sentiment is highly positive about content quality.
Fans value the mix of analysis and entertaining banter, with high engagement during live episodes.

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#161
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#152
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#18
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#36
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#80
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#99
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TSN’s Craig Button talks 2026 NHL Draft and some options for the Winnipeg Jets at 8th overall
Q: Could Alberts Šmits be the most ready to play in the NHL next year, and what are his key attributes?
Šmits is highlighted for his physical maturity, versatility, and experience at the World Championships, with strong skating, vision, and a bold, competitive game; he could be a strong candidate to contribute at the NHL level sooner rather than later.
TSN’s Craig Button talks 2026 NHL Draft and some options for the Winnipeg Jets at 8th overall
Q: What stands out about Viggo Björck and where might he fit in the draft at eight?
Björck is noted for his strong game control, international experience, and leadership qualities; he could fit as a player who helps win games with smart, responsible play rather than flashy highlight plays, potentially going before eight depending on teams' needs.
Tyrel Bauer media avail after winning the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award as AHL Man of the Year
Q: What does it feel like to win the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award?
It feels incredibly meaningful and confirms the importance of community work; it's something I want to carry forward in Yanick's name and make a lasting impact.
Winnipeg Jets prospect Brayden Yager reflects on first pro season on the IC Hockey Show
Q: What are your plans for the off-season to build on this season?
Focus on getting stronger, with a structured summer program that emphasizes ladder drills, speed work, and upper-body strength while maintaining pace and foot speed essential to my game.
Winnipeg Jets prospect Brayden Yager reflects on first pro season on the IC Hockey Show
Q: What stood out about playoff experiences compared to the regular season?
Playoff hockey raised the level of competition and intensity; staying calm, settling into big moments, and feeding off the energy of overtime and crowd pressure were key learnings that carried over from junior to pro hockey.

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Listeners are hockey-focused and highly engaged with the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose scene, enjoying insightful game analysis, roster strategy talk, and guest perspectives from players, scouts, and media insiders. The show blends practical team-building discussions with postgame and playoff context, plus occasional broader hockey industry insights, all delivered in an accessible, conversational style. A notable strength is its ability to mix in-depth, data-driven takes with entertaining banter and fan interaction, making it a strong match for sponsors and guests looking to reach dedicated hockey fans who value thoughtful analysis and community storytelling.

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8. Dan Robertson

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