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Jets' Morrissey Out Extended Time After Olympics Injury
24 Feb
Summary
- Josh Morrissey sustained an upper-body injury during the Olympics.
- He is a key playmaking defenseman and top scorer for the Winnipeg Jets.
- Morrissey's absence impacts the Jets' playoff aspirations significantly.

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is sidelined with an upper-body injury, sustained during the Milan Cortina Olympics. Morrissey was forced out of Canada's opening game and missed the remainder of the tournament, including the gold-medal final. His absence from the Jets is keenly felt, as he is a vital playmaking defenseman and a consistent performer at both ends of the ice. Morrissey ranks fourth on the Jets in scoring with 42 points in 56 games and averages significant ice time. This injury is a considerable blow to the Jets, who are currently battling for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The team is 11 points out of a playoff position, making Morrissey's return crucial for their postseason hopes. The 30-year-old defenseman has been a key player for the Jets for a decade, accumulating significant career points.




