Thu Mar 06 23:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Jets Aim to Crack Flyers’ League-Leading Shot Block in Rematch
**Philadelphia, PA** – The Winnipeg Jets look to overcome the Philadelphia Flyers’ formidable shot-blocking prowess tonight as the two teams clash in a rematch at 6:00 pm CT (TSN 3, 680 CJOB/Power 97). The Flyers lead the league with 1,125 blocked shots, having rejected 22 of the Jets’ attempts in their previous encounter.
In Saturday’s 2-1 shootout loss in Winnipeg, the Jets managed only 30 shots on goal, with 22 blocked and 21 missing the net. Jets players acknowledged the need for improved strategies, suggesting that intentionally shooting wide to create deflections could be beneficial. David Gustafsson, returning to the lineup after missing the first game, emphasized the importance of quick puck movement to give Winnipeg’s defensemen more time to make plays.
Gustafsson, who will center the fourth line with Alex Iafallo and Morgan Barron, noted that the team needs a bounce-back game after a three-game slump. The Jets will also welcome back defenseman Dylan Samberg, who missed the last game due to family reasons. His return significantly bolsters the team’s defensive depth, according to coach Scott Arniel and teammate Neal Pionk. However, Rasmus Kupari remains in concussion protocol.
Eric Comrie will start in net for Winnipeg. The Flyers, coming off a 6-3 loss to the Calgary Flames, are five points behind the Ottawa Senators in the race for the final Eastern Conference wildcard spot. The Jets anticipate another tight contest, given their history against Philadelphia, which has seen them score only twice in their last four meetings. Coach Arniel stressed the need for the Jets to get more pucks toward the net and generate more “greasy” goals. The focus is squarely on improving offensive efficiency and capitalizing on rebound opportunities.
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