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y Anthony Capocci
The Winnipeg Jets will be, if not already, a very deep team for fantasy purposes in 2012-13 and years
beyond. Goals, assists, points, and other important categories are covered. The Jets have and will have
players ranging from top goal scorers to top playmakers. Their talent and depth makes the Jets one of
the most promising young teams in the NHL.
If you’re looking for the next best player, you might find him coming out of Winnipeg. If you’re looking
for the next big sleeper that everyone will be trying to nab, you might find him coming out of Winnipeg.
And if you’re looking to dig deep in a deeper league on a desperate attempt to fill the void of an injury,
trade, or any type of replacement, well you might just find that diamond in the rough coming out of
Winnipeg.
Regardless of how your league is structured, whether it is a one-year league or a multi-year league, the
Jets have players suited for everyone. From the 12-team leagues to the 30-team leagues, no matter how
far you have to dig, the Jets will be one of the teams to keep an eye on this season.
With all the good coming out of Winnipeg, there are bound to be some letdowns as well. And a letdown
might not occur because that player is considered “bad”. Some players just don’t fit in right now or it
may not be their time just yet. In this article, I’ll tell you who you must have, who to keep an eye on, and
who to avoid in the coming season.
MUST HAVES
Evander Kane
Don’t let the contract negotiations discourage you. Evander Kane will still be Evander Kane when the
season starts. The young power-forward is one of the up-and-coming elites. The 21-year-old has only
just begun to get his feet wet.
Kane has progressed each season and topped previous season totals in each of his three seasons. After a
30-goal performance last season, look for Kane to make his way up the ranks as a mid to high 30 goal
scorer in 2012-13.
Blake Wheeler
If you think Blake Wheeler is a one-year wonder, you need to think again
and again until you buy into his game. Wheeler was arguably the most
impressive Jets forward last season with a career-high of 64 points. From
his offensive game to his defensive game, to his speed, size, and frame,
Wheeler is one of the most dominant players on the Jets roster.
Ever since he was acquired by this franchise in 2010-11, Wheeler found a home on a line with Andrew
Ladd and Bryan Little. Look for the same combination to occur this season. Look for Wheeler to build off
of last season as he becomes a year older and a year wiser.
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