Winnipeg Jets, Edmonton Oilers clash in season opener [Video]

The NHL regular season is back for the Winnipeg Jets as they kick off their 2024-25 season in Edmonton.

It’s a team that doesn’t look much different compared to last year, but they are hoping to take that next step in their quest for the Stanley Cup – advancing out of the first round of the playoffs.

Players said they are excited to move on from preseason hockey and play meaningful games.

“I feel like training camp felt like forever. It feels like forever to get to this game,” Mark Scheifele said. “Very excited to get going. Nervous, excited, you know, everything. It’s always fun to start a new season.

“Everything kind of switches, once there’s something on the line, I think just subconsciously something switches inside you. It’s the start of the season, it’s game time now,” said Scheifele. “It’s just a matter of managing your excitement level – …