Dave Minuk

@icdave.bsky.social

Editor of https://illegalcurve.com & analyst on the Illegal Curve Hockey & Post-Game Shows. Covering the NHL (Jets) & AHL (Moose).

Gotta say that I’ve been impressed by Viggo Björck since he was drafted by the Jets. There’s no sense of entitlement. For him, nothing is guaranteed. He believes he’ll have to earn his opportunity with Winnipeg. Good Q&A that he did over in Sweden ⬇️ illegalcurve.com/viggo-bjorck...

Viggo Björck says he’s ready to chase NHL dream with Winnipeg Jets

The Jets’ top prospect is staying sharp in Sweden, training with Djurgården as he prepares for his next challenge.

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“He has a great shot. Offensively he’s really, really good.” Swedish coach Magnus Havelid about Jets prospect Viktor Klingsell after the Summer Showcase. Added that he’ll be watching the 2025 fifth-round pick as he plays in Sweden’s second-highest men’s league this season.

Haven’t been back to Tulabi Falls in a while. It’s still awesome. Sad to see fire damage from last year but good to see it rebounding. Checked out Booster Lake for some bass for the first time, but didn’t have the boat. Will be back as I was told it’s great fishing. #exploreMB

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“I caught a 29 incher on Lake Winnipeg which is considered a trophy walleye but that’s not even that big for Lake Winnipeg,” Cole Perfetti said he goes fishing with Connor, Hellebuyck, Samberg, and Pionk, and they’ll pull 32‑ or 33‑inch fish. Listen: illegalcurve.com/tsn-1050-con...

TSN 1050 | Conversation with Winnipeg Jets winger Cole Perfetti

The Jets winger joined Cauz and Colaiacovo for a 15-minute chat covering his summer, new contract and more.

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“I enjoy it. I enjoy it in Winnipeg a lot more than here. The fishing in Winnipeg is a heck of a lot better than our lake. Kinda ruined it for me…” Jets winger Cole Perfetti was on TSN 1050 and he was asked if he is a big fisherman. Listen: illegalcurve.com/tsn-1050-con...

TSN 1050 | Conversation with Winnipeg Jets winger Cole Perfetti

The Jets winger joined Cauz and Colaiacovo for a 15-minute chat covering his summer, new contract and more.

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Pretty sure I need to have my head examined for agreeing to golf 18 when it’s pushing 35°C. But with four Minuks on the course celebrating my brother’s birthday, it seemed worth the risk… provided I don’t end up with heat stroke.

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Manitoba has no shortage of incredible places, but more folks need to discover everything Westman has to offer. Another weekend at Clear Lake. Another reminder of just how special this place is. The only thing I’d change is finding a way to spend more time here. #ExploreMB

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Moose sign former Winnipeg Ice forward Mikey Milne and defenceman Evan Nause to one-year contracts. Milne appeared in one NHL game with the Wild in 2024-25 after starring with the Ice. Nause is a Panthers 2nd round pick from 2021 who spent the last couple of seasons in the ECHL.

Frankie Corrado on TSN: Perfetti: Says high-ankle sprain was a factor, sees him as 3/4 point per game player & says contract is fair. Jets: Thinks they’re right on playoff line in a crowded Central. Hellebuyck: any awkwardness would quickly disappear. illegalcurve.com/tsn-frankie-...

TSN | Frankie Corrado talks Perfetti contract, Winnipeg Jets playoff chances & Hellebuyck’s fit following trade chatter

Former NHLer Frankie Corrado had lots of Jets topics to discuss with Jay Onrait.

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Elliotte Friedman on NHL Network: Re: Perfetti - contract is a “very good deal” for both player & team, adding Winnipeg made re-signing him its top offseason priority. Re: Hellebuyck - “It’s quiet” but he still expects a trade will happen at some point. illegalcurve.com/nhl-network-...

NHL Network | Elliotte Friedman talks Winnipeg Jets, Cole Perfetti and Connor Hellebuyck

The hockey insider shares his insight on the 91 deal and latest on 37.

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