Riding A Mile High
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In this episode of Skates & Plates, hosts Brandon Rewicki and Tyson Rewicki dive into the Winnipeg Jets' surprising playoff push amid a chaotic NHL standings race. The Jets, sitting just three points out of a playoff spot despite being last in points percentage, earned a gritty win over the Colorado Avalanche—fueling optimism that they could either make the playoffs or land a top-three draft pick. The conversation explores the team’s inconsistent lineup decisions, with veteran players like Scott Harrington and Brad Lambert receiving limited ice time despite strong performances, raising questions about coaching philosophy and long-term strategy. The hosts debate whether head coach Scott Arneal is the right fit for a team aiming for a Stanley Cup, arguing that a high-profile hire like Pete DeBoer or a bold move like bringing in Tortorella could signal a serious commitment to contention. The episode also touches on broader league trends, including the NBA’s declining appeal and the NHL’s current entertainment value, while reflecting on the Jets’ unique position: a team that’s neither fully rebuilding nor fully committed to winning, yet must make critical decisions in the offseason to define its future.
The Jets are in a unique position—within striking distance of the playoffs or a top-three draft pick, with just nine games left.
Veteran players are being sidelined despite strong performances, raising concerns about coaching decisions and team culture.
Scott Arneal may be coaching for his job, and his future is under scrutiny if the Jets want to seriously pursue a Stanley Cup.
A high-profile coaching hire could be the first step in attracting top talent and signaling organizational ambition.
The NHL’s current standings are the most unpredictable in years, with multiple teams in a tight race for playoff spots and lottery picks.
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Jets' Rollercoaster Season & NHL Playoff Race
“The Jets lose two or three in a row and they might be picking top three without winning the lottery. Like, nothing really makes sense right now.”
The Steakhouse Debate: Home vs. Out
A lighthearted but insightful segment where the hosts debate the value of cooking steak at home versus dining out, with Tyson arguing that home-cooked steak is superior and more rewarding.
Coaching Philosophy & Lineup Decisions
“It's odd for him to kind of just revert to what the safe thing is when now that you've kind of been experimenting, look what happened. You got right back into the race.”
Scott Arneal’s Future & the Coaching Reset
“If you're legitimately serious about winning a Stanley Cup, Scott Arneal cannot be the head coach next year.”
The Vegas Model & Organizational Identity
The hosts contrast the Jets’ ambiguous approach with Vegas’s ruthless focus on winning, suggesting that a clear, aggressive identity is essential for long-term success.
“If you're legitimately serious about winning a Stanley Cup, Scott Arneal cannot be the head coach next year.”
“The Jets lose two or three in a row and they might be picking top three without winning the lottery. Like, nothing really makes sense right now.”
“That's step one to getting players to want to come to your team. So I think that if they can go out and do that and get a Pete DeBoer, suddenly there's a lot of players out there that are kind of secondary players that all of a sudden are thinking, hey, I could be a pretty good contributor on this team.”
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Brandon Rewicki
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Tyson Rewicki
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Scott Arneal
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Colorado Avalanche
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Pete DeBoer
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Vegas Golden Knights
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Bruce Cassidy
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Los Angeles Kings
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