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Check In | Winnipeg Jets Pregame Show

Hockey, Sports

Hear all you need to know ahead of every single Winnipeg Jets game day!

Sara Orlesky and Jamie Thomas are joined by guests from all around the NHL to preview each game.

Episodes
93
Releases
Twice a week
Typical length
35 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
2 days ago

Episodes

93 episodes, newest first

  1. Can the Jets turn the corner in Carolina?

    Season 3, Episode 15

    Show notes

    The Jets hope to end their winless streak when they visit the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes for a Sunday matinee. Sara and Jamie discuss the improved performance by the Jets against Florida and welcome Canes PxP announcer Mike Maniscalco to the show.

    34 min
  2. Arniel splits up Connor & Scheifele

    Season 3, Episode 14

    Show notes

    Winnipeg faces Florida for the second time this week looking to end a seven-game winless streak. Sara and Jamie discuss Scott Arniel breaking up Connor and Scheifele plus welcome Jeff Marek to the show.

    34 min
  3. Mike Kelly on the Jets’ Struggles

    Season 3, Episode 13

    Show notes

    The Jets begin a four-game road trip in Tampa against the Lightning on Thursday night. Sara and Jamie welcome NHL Network analyst Mike Kelly to the show to discuss the Jets struggles during their six-game winless slide

    33 min
  4. Jets look to break the slump, Derek Meech joins

    Season 3, Episode 12

    Show notes

    The Jets look to end their five-game winless streak when they host the Florida Panthers. Sara and Jamie look back at the Heritage Classic and welcome former Jet and current TSN analyst Derek Meech to the show.

    34 min
  5. 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic game preview

    Season 3, Episode 11

    Show notes

    The Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic is back in the Manitoba capital as the Jets host the Canadiens at Princess Auto Stadium on Sunday. Sara and Jamie will discuss the huge trade with the Devils plus they will welcome Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Free Press to the show.

    31 min
  6. Can the Jets ground the Stars?

    Season 3, Episode 10

    Show notes

    The Jets are in Dallas to face the Stars for the first time this season. Sara and Jamie discuss the need for secondary scoring and another strong performance from Stuart Skinner. Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman will be in Winnipeg this weekend, also joins the show.

    40 min
  7. Yager recalled, Morrissey to IR

    Show notes

    The Jets head out on the road for a couple games in the Central Division starting in St. Louis Tuesday night. Sara and Jamie discuss Brayden Yager being recalled and Josh Morrissey being place on IR, plus CJOB's Mitchell Clinton joins the show.

    34 min
  8. Björck line, Pionk Steps Up and Ehlers Interview

    Season 3, Episode 8

    Show notes

    The Jets welcome the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes to Canada Life Centre for a Saturday matinee. Sara and Jamie look at the Björck line and how Niederreiter fit well there plus Pionk stepping up in Morrissey's absence plus a special conversation with Nikolaj Ehlers that was taped on Wednesday.

    31 min
  9. Jets face the Hawks for the first time this season

    Season 3, Episode 7

    Show notes

    Sara and Jamie get you set for another divisional game for the Jets as they are in Chicago. They will discuss Cole Perfetti's performance on the top line and welcome TSN's Craig Button to the show.

    33 min
  10. Jets vs. Wild: Division Rivalry Renewed

    Season 3, Episode 6

    Show notes

    WInnipeg plays four of their next five against Central Division opponents. Sara and Jamie discuss the changes to the lineup and give an update on D Josh Morrissey.

    35 min
  11. Can the Jets keep rolling!?

    Season 3, Episode 5

    Show notes

    The Ducks make their first visit of the season to CLC on Friday night. Sara and Jamie will look back at impressive performance by Stuart Skinner and Kyle Connor in the win over the Avs and welcome TSN analyst Jamie McLennan to the show.

    34 min
  12. Avalanche in town! Jets Ready for Colorado

    Season 3, Episode 4

    Show notes

    Sara and Jamie get you set for a huge divisional clash between the Jets and the Avs. They will take you inside the dressing room for comments plus welcome Avalanche play-by-play announcer Conor McGahey

    35 min
  13. Jets take on Crosby and the Penguins

    Season 3, Episode 3

    Show notes

    Sara and Jamie prepare you for the Jets trip to Pittsburgh to face the high flying Penguins. They will get your thoughts on the teams win in Detroit and welcome TSN analyst Landon Ferraro and Pens play by play announcer Josh Getzoff.

    38 min
  14. Winnipeg's first road test comes in Detroit

    Season 3, Episode 2

    Show notes

    Sara and Jamie are with you early Sunday morning to get you ready for the Jets and Red Wings. Moose play by play voice Daniel Fink and Red Wings reporter Trevor Thompson are the special guests.

    37 min
  15. Winnipeg Jets 2026-27 Season Preview

    Season 3, Episode 1

    Show notes

    Sara and Jamie are back for a third season of Check In. Friday's show will look at the upcoming season, your thoughts and predictions and special guests include CJOB's Paul Edmonds and TSN Insider Darren Dreger.

    1 hr 5 min
  16. The Check In - 04.20.26 - End of Season Special

    Season 1, Episode 83

    Show notes

    Jets head coach Scott Arniel and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff held their season-end media availabilities on Monday. Sara and Jamie will look back at what was said and also the players locker clean out avails from Friday.

    43 min
  17. The Check In - 04.16.26 - Sharks at Jets

    Season 1, Episode 82

    Show notes

    The Jets close out their season with a home game against the Sharks. Sara and Jamie will look back at a challenging season for the organization, get your thoughts on next season and welcome TSN analyst Craig Button to the show.

    41 min
  18. The Check In - 04.14.26 - Jets at Mammoth

    Season 1, Episode 81

    Show notes

    The Jets play their final road game in Utah, Sara and Jamie go back to last night's loss in Vegas ending Winnipeg's hope of making the playoffs, Mark Scheifele setting the franchise record for points and welcome HNIC host Scott Oake and CJOB analyst Mitchell Clinton to the show.

    35 min
  19. The Check In - 04.13.26 - Jets at Golden Knights

    Season 1, Episode 80

    Show notes

    The Jets head out on their final road trip of the regular season as they visit the Golden Knights in Vegas. Sara and Jamie will discuss the Jets playoff chances and welcome the voice of the Moose, Daniel Fink and The Athletic's Jesse Granger to the show.

    37 min
  20. The Check In - 04.11.26 - Flyers at Jets

    Season 1, Episode 79

    Show notes

    The Jets welcome the Flyers for the only time this season Saturday night. Sara and Jamie will go over Winnipeg's playoff chances with four games remaining and welcome TSN's Dan Robertson to the show.

    36 min