Check In | Winnipeg Jets Pregame Show
Check In is the Winnipeg Jets' pregame show, giving listeners everything they need to know ahead of every Jets game day. Hosts Sara Orlesky and Jamie Thomas preview each matchup and are joined by guests from around the NHL. Episodes break down opponents, storylines and key matchups before the puck drops.
Episodes
Jets vs. Wild: Division Rivalry Renewed
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.
Can the Jets keep rolling!?
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.
Avalanche in town! Jets Ready for Colorado
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
Jets take on Crosby and the Penguins
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.
Winnipeg's first road test comes in Detroit
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.
Winnipeg Jets 2026-27 Season Preview
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.
The Check In - 04.20.26 - End of Season Special
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.
The Check In - 04.16.26 - Sharks at Jets
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.
The Check In - 04.14.26 - Jets at Mammoth
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.
The Check In - 04.13.26 - Jets at Golden Knights
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.
The Check In - 04.11.26 - Flyers at Jets
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.
The Check In - 04.09.26 - Jets at Blues
The Jets move on to St. Louis for a Central Division showdown with the Blues. Sara and Jamie get you set for another huge game for the Jets.
The Check In - 04.06.26 - Kraken at Jets
The Jets continue their push to the postseason when they host the Kraken on Monday night. Jamie Thomas and special guest host Kevin Sawyer will get you ready for puck drop. The voice of the Kraken Everett Fitzhugh will join the show as well.
The Check In - 04.04.26 - Jets at Blue Jackets
Winnipeg wraps up their four game road trip in Columbus to face former coach Rick Bowness and the Blue Jackets. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop and welcome CJOB's Paul Edmonds and The Athletic's Aaron Portzline to the show.
The Check In - 04.02.26 - Jets at Stars
The Jets hope to continue their impressive road trip with a win in Dallas on Thursday night. Sara and Jamie discuss Mark Scheifele's brilliance in Chicago and welcome NHLPA writer Scott Burnside and Stars broadcaster Josh Bogorad to the show.
The Check In - 03.31.26 - Jets at Blackhawks
The Jets hope to build off an impressive win in Denver when they visit the Blackhawks in Chicago. Sara and Jamie discuss Winnipeg's improving playoff situation and welcome former NHL coach Bruce Boudreau and TSN analyst Martin Biron to the show.
The Check In - 03.28.26 - Jets at Avalanche
The Jets begin a four game road trip in Denver against the Avalanche. Sara and Jamie look back at the missed chance for the Jets to move within three of Nashville, plus Mitchell Clinton of CJOB will be the special guest.
The Check In - 03.26.26 - Avalanche at Jets
The Jets push for the playoffs continues Thursday night when they welcome the Avalanche. Sara and Jamie look back at Mark Scheifele's big night against Vegas and look ahead to a huge Central Division matchup.
The Check In - 03.24.26 - Golden Knights at Jets
The Jets come home for a clash with the Golden Knights at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie will look at Winnipeg's chances to make the playoffs and welcome Golden Knights host Daren Millard to the show.
The Check In - 03.22.26 - Jets at Rangers
The Jets wrap up their road trip in New York as they face the Rangers. Sara and Jamie will discuss the Jets effort in Pittsburgh plus welcome longtime producer and sportscaster John Shannon and Ranger pxp voice Alex Faust to the show.
The Check In - 03.21.26 - Jets at Penguins
The Jets roll into Pittbsurgh to face Sidney Crosby and the Penguins. Sara and Jamie will welcome TSN's Dan Robertson and Penguins pxp announcer Josh Getzoff to the show.
The Check In - 03.19.26 - Jets at Bruins
The Jets start a three-game road trip in Boston on Thursday night. Sara and Jamie will welcome Paul Edmonds from CJOB and Sophia Jurksztowicz from NESN to the show.
The Check In - 03.17.26 - Predators at Jets
The Jets look to close out their season high eight-game homestand with a win over the Predators. Sara and Jamie discuss the Jets playoff chances, the World Cup of Hockey and welcome TSN analyst Jamie McLennan to the show.
The Check In - 03.15.26 - Blues at Jets
The Jets welcome the red hot St. Louis Blues to town in another Central Division clash at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie will look back at an impressive defensive effort from Winnipeg in a 3-1 win over the Avalanche on Saturday.
The Check In - 03.14.26 - Avalanche at Jets
The Jets host the league leading Avalanche at Canada Life Centre Saturday afternoon. Sara and Jamie will look back at Thursday's game against the Rangers and welcome Avs pxp voice Conor McGahey to the show.
The Check In 03.12.26 - Rangers at Jets
The Jets look to bounce back from a tough 4-1 loss to Anaheim when they welcome the Rangers to town. Sara and Jamie will get you set for puck drop, plus they will welcome Mitchell Clinton from 680 CJOB to the show.
The Check In 03.10.26 - Ducks at Jets
The Jets look to push their win streak to four games when they host the Ducks. Sara and Jamie will welcome former Jet Ed Olcyzk to the show to discuss Troy Murray and the playoff push by Winnipeg.
The Check In - 03.07.26 Canucks at Jets
Winnipeg looks to extend their point streak to six games when they host Vancouver on Saturday night. Sara and Jamie will introduce you to two of the newest Jets and welcome prospect expert Steven Ellis and Jeff Paterson, Canucks reporter to the show.
The Check In - 03.05.26 - Lightning at Jets
Following their come from behind win over Chicago, the Jets will host Tampa. Sara and Jamie will get you set for the game and will welcome TSN Winnipeg reporter Danielle Bain to the show.
The Check In - 03.01.26 - Jets at Sharks
Winnipeg wraps up its three-game road trip in San Jose on Sunday afternoon. Sara and Jamie look back at Elias Salomonsson's first NHL goal and welcome TSN analyst Kevin Sawyer.
The Check In - 02.27.26 - Jets at Ducks
The Jets arrive in Anaheim coming off a 3-2 overtime win in Vancouver. Connor Hellebuyck will rejoin the team to face the Ducks after winning the gold medal with the U.S. at the Olympics. Sara and Jamie will get you set for puck drop.
The Check In - 02.25.26 - Jets at Canucks
The Jets open their three-game road trip in Vancouver against the Canucks. Sara and Jamie will get you up to date on the latest lineup news plus welcome Paul Edmonds and Canucks reporter Joey Kenward to the show.
The Check In - 02.04.26 - Canadiens at Jets
The Jets play their final game before the Olympic break and hope to finish with a win as they host the Canadiens. Sara and Jamie will discuss the keys to success against Montreal and welcome Sportsnet hockey insider Elliotte Friedman to the show.
The Check In - 02.02.26 - Jets at Stars
The Jets play their final road game before the Olympic break when they visit the Stars in Dallas. Sara and Jamie will look back at the impressive win over the Panthers and welcome former Stars goaltender Marty Turco to the show.
The Check In - 01.31.26 - Jets at Panthers
The Jets continue their road trip in Florida and will face the Panthers Saturday afternoon. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop, going over the loss in Tampa and will also welcome Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds to the show.
The Check In - 01.29.26 - Jets at Lightning
The Jets head into Tampa looking to build off a win in New Jersey. Sara and Jamie will welcome Lightning play by play announcer Dave Randorf to the show and Jets prospect Kieron Walton stops by as well.
The Check In - 01.27.26 - Jets at Devils
The Jets begin an important four-game road trip as they visit the Devils. Sara and Jamie will welcome Devils reporter Amanda Stein and Jets colour analyst Mitchell Clinton to the show.
The Check In - 01.24.26 Red Wings at Jets
The Jets will close out their three-game homestand against the Red Wings. Sara and Jamie will go over the Jets lack of offence since the start of the week and welcome Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Free Press to the show.
The Check In - 01.22.26 - Panthers at Jets
The Jets host the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers tonight. Sara and Jamie look back at the Jets gritty 3-1 win over the Blues and welcome the voice of the Panthers, Doug Plagens to the show.
The Check In - 01.20.26 - Blues at Jets
The Jets return home to face the Blues. Sara and Jamie look back on Jonathan Toews being back in Chicago plus welcome TSN analyst Kevin Sawyer and ESPN Hockey Insider Emily Kaplan to the show.
The Check In - 01.19.26 - Jets at Blackhawks
Jonathan Toews returns to Chicago for the first time as member of the Jets. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop. Kevin Sawyer will join the show as well.
The Check In - 01.17.26 - Maple Leafs at Jets
The Jets return home to face the Maple Leafs on Saturday night. Sara and Jamie discuss Logan Stanley's success and welcome Leafs reporter Ryan Leslie to the show.
The Check In - 01.15.26 - Jets at Wild
The Jets go for their fourth win in a row as they visit the Wild. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop. CJOB's Paul Edmonds will look at the Jets successful homestand and FloHockey's Chris Peters discusses Central Scouting's midseason draft rankings.
The Check In - 01.13.26 - Islanders at Jets
The Jets look for a third straight win as they host the Islanders. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop plus they will get the latest trade rumours from Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos and also welcome Jets prospect Sascha Boumedienne to the show.
The Check In - 01.11.26 - Devils at Jets
The Jets host the Devils for the only time this season in a matinee game at Canada Life Centre.
The Check In - 01.09.26 - Kings at Jets
The Jets play their second game in as many nights when they host the Kings. Sara and Jamie go over another tough loss for Winnipeg after they dropped a 4-3 decision to Edmonton last night.
The Check In - 01.08.26 - Oilers at Jets
The Jets meet the Oilers for the third and final time this season and will look to end their 10-game winless streak. Sara and Jamie will get you set for puck drop and welcome Dustin Nielsen to the show to talk about the Oilers.
The Check In - 01.06.26 - Golden Knights at Jets
The Jets begin a five-game homestand against Vegas. Sara and Jamie look back at Kevin Cheveldayoff's media avail and bring back JetsTV alumni Daren Millard to discuss the Golden Knights season.
The Check In - 01.03.26 - Jets at Senators
The Jets close out their three-game road trip against the Senators on Saturday night. Sara and Jamie will talk about Connor and Hellebuyck being named to the US Olympic team and welcome Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to the show to talk about the World Juniors and the upcoming draft.
The Check In - 01.01.26 - Jets at Maple Leafs
The Jets hope to kick off 2026 with a win in Toronto over the Maple Leafs. Sara and Jamie will discuss a great start to the season for Logan Stanley and welcome The Athletic's Jonas Siegel to the show.
The Check In - 12.31.25 - Jets at Red Wings
Winnipeg begins a three game road trip in Detroit on New Years Eve looking to end 2025 with a win. Sara and Jamie will discuss the Jets play trending in the right direction and welcome TSN Insider Pierre LeBrun to talk about the Canadian Mens hockey team announcement.
The Check In - 12.29.25 - Oilers at Jets
The Jets look to end a five game winless streak when they host the Oilers at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie discuss the heartbreaking OT loss to the Wild on Saturday and welcome Sportsnet's Gene Principe to the show.
The Check In - 12.27.25 - Wild at Jets
The Jets start off the post Christmas schedule with a couple home games starting with the Wild at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie look ahead to a busy schedule to close out 2025.
The Check In - 12.21.25 - Jets at Mammoth
The Jets play their final game before the Christmas break when they visit the Mammoth in another important Central Division clash. Sara and Jamie go over some of the positives from Winnipeg's 3-2 loss in Denver and welcome TSN's Mark Masters to talk about Canada's chances at the World Juniors.
The Check In - 12.19.25 - Jets at Avalanche
The Jets are in Denver to face the Colorado Avalanche looking to bounce back from a 1-0 loss in St. Louis. Sara and Jamie will give you the latest line combos and talk to the voice of the Avs, Conor McGahey.
The Check In - 12.17.25 - Jets at Blues
The Jets kick off a three-game road trip in St. Louis on Wednesday night as the two clubs faceoff for the first time since the playoffs last spring. Sara & Jamie talk about rebounding from the overtime loss to the Senators, Kyle Connor's nine-game point streak and more! The duo also welcomes 680 CJOB's Paul Edmonds to chat all things Jets.
The Check In - 12.15.25 - Senators at Jets
The Jets hope to build off of Saturday's impressive win over the Washington Capitals when they host the Ottawa Senators. Sara and Jamie will go over the 5-1 win over the Caps, Nino's 1000th game and the return of Connor Hellebuyck. They will also welcome Amazon Prime Hockey host Andi Petrillo.
The Check In - 12.13.25 - Capitals at Jets
The Jets continue their homestand when they host Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. Sara and Jamie will celebrate Nino Niederreiter hitting 1000 career game plus welcome former Jets coach Rick Bowness and Preds defenceman Roman Josi to the show.
The Check In - 12.11.25 - Bruins and Jets
The Jets welcome the Boston Bruins to Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie look back at the 4-3 loss to the Stars and discuss the good news regarding Connor Hellebuyck. Plus former NHL goaltender Andrew Raycroft will join the show at 12:40 CT.
The Check In - 12.09.25 - Stars at Jets
The Jets begin a four-game homestand with a huge divisional battle with the Dallas Stars. Sara and Jamie look at the new lines that Scott Arniel has put together and welcome TSN analyst Kevin Sawyer to the show for his thoughts on how the Jets can turn things around.
The Check In - 12.06.25 - Jets at Oilers
The Jets are in Edmonton to face the Oilers on Saturday night n the first meeting of the season. Sara and Jamie look back on an impressive performance from the Jets fourth line in a win over Buffalo and welcome Mitchell Clinton to the show.
The Check In - 12.05.25 - Sabres at Jets
The Jets will come home for one game as they host the Buffalo Sabres, a team who beat them 5-1 in their first meeting. Sara and Jamie will discuss the magic of the top line and Eric Comrie's bounce back performance in Montreal plus they will welcome The Athletic's Shayna Goldman to the show.
The Check In - 12.03.25 - Jets at Canadiens
The Jets look to close out their five-game road trip on a positive note when they visit the Montreal Canadiens. Sara and Jamie look back on a challenging night in Buffalo and welcome Sportsnet's John Bartlett to the show.
The Check In - 12.01.25 - Jets at Sabres
The Jets are coming off a huge win in Nashville as they are in Buffalo to face the Sabres. Sara and Jamie have the pregame show for you at 1230 CT and will look back at the team getting some much needed secondary scoring and welcome Hall-of-Famer Jennifer Botterill to the show to talk about her induction and more
The Check In - 11.29.25 - Jets at Predators
The Jets continue their five game road trip in Nashville to face the Predators. Sara and Jamie welcome 680 CJOB's Paul Edmonds and long time host of Predators broadcasts Lyndsay Rowley to the show.
The Check In - Jets at Hurricanes - Winnipeg Jets Pre-game Show.
Winnipeg travels to face the Carolina Hurricanes hoping to end a three game losing streak. Sara and Jamie discuss the need for secondary scoring, Gabe Vilardi's hot streak and welcome back Hurricanes play by play announcer, Mike Maniscalco.
The Check In - 11.26.25 - Jets at Capitals
The Jets head out on another long road trip and will face the Capitals. Sara and Jamie will discuss the Jets at the quarter pole of the season and welcome Sportsnet Hockey Insider Elliotte Friedman to the show to talk about Canadian teams struggling and the compressed schedule causing havoc across the league.
The Check In - 11.23.25 - Wild at Jets
The Jets close out their homestand with a Central Division battle against the Minnesota Wild. Sara and Jamie will look back at Friday's loss to Carolina and get you prepared for the Jets and Wild, Wild radio voice Joe O'Donnell will join the show at 12:50 to talk about Minnesota's success going 8-1-1 in their last 10.
The Check In - 11.21.25 - Hurricanes at Jets
The Jets will welcome Nikolaj Ehlers and the Carolina Hurricanes to Canada Life Centre on Friday night. Sara and Jamie will discuss Ehler's return to Winnipeg and Adam Lowry's new five year contract extension.
The Check In - 11.18.25 - Blue Jackets at Jets
The Jets return home to kick off a three-game homestand when they host the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sara and Jamie will update you on the latest roster news and welcome TSN analyst Mike Kelly to discuss the importance of Jonathan Toews to the team.
The Check In - 11.15.25 - Jets at Flames
The six-game road trip comes to an end in Calgary for the Winnipeg Jets when they visit the Flames. Sara and Jamie will look back at the 5-3 loss in Seattle and welcome Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds to the show at 12:40 CT.
The Check In - 11.13.25 - Jets at Kraken
The Jets continue their west coast road trip in Seattle looking to get revenge on the Kraken who beat them 3-0 earlier this season. Sara and Jamie discuss the possible return of Dylan Samberg to the Jets lineup and more.
The Check In - 11.11.25 - Jets at Canucks
The Jets will try and end their season high losing streak of three games when they visit the Canucks in Vancouver. Sara and Jamie will look back at Cole Perfetti's return and more. CJOB's Mitchell Clinton will discuss the top line's struggles and Winnipeg born and Montreal defender Kati Tabin will join the show to discuss the PWHL stop in the Manitoba capital next March.
The Check In - 11.09.25 - Jets at Ducks
Winnipeg will look to get back in the win column after dropping the first two games of their road trip as they face the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center. Sara and Jamie review another tough night for the Jets, this time in San Jose plus TSN's Dan Robertson will join the show at 12:40 CT.
The Check In - 11.07.25 - Jets at Sharks
Winnipeg hopes to bounce back from a 3-0 loss in LA when the visit the Sharks in San Jose. Sara and Jamie get you set for the first meeting of the season between the two teams and also welcome Sharks analyst Drew Remenda.
The Check In - 11.04.25 - Jets at Kings
Winnipeg begins a six-game road trip in Los Angeles against the Kings. Sara and Jamie will get you set for puck drop with their thoughts on the return of Adam Lowry and more.
The Check In - 11.01.25 - Penguins at Jets
The Jets welcome the red-hot Pittsburgh Penguins to Canada Life Centre on Saturday afternoon. Sara and Jamie will discuss the Scheifele lines dominance on Thursday night and welcome TSN analyst Craig Button to the show as he will talk about Mark Scheifele's quest to play for Canada at the 2026 Olympics.
The Check In - 10.30.25 - Blackhawks at Jets
The Jets continue their run through the Central Division as they host the Chicago Blackhawks at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie get you set for puck drop as Jonathan Toews faces Chicago for the first time as a Jet. The Athletic's Mark Lazerus joins the show as well, he spoke with Toews about the upcoming matchup. Plus we get you to rank your favourite Halloween candy.
The Check In - 10.28.25 - Jets at Wild
The Jets continue their run through the Central Division with a stop at Minnesota when they visit the Wild. Sara and Jamie go over the Jets struggles in the second period this season. Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Sarah McLellan joins the show as well to talk about the Wild's slow start.
The Check In - 10.26.25 - Mammoth at Jets
The Jets close out their three-game homestand against the Utah Mammoth at Canada Life Centre. Sara and Jamie look back on Josh Morrissey's three assist performance and Jonathan Toews getting his first goal as a Jet in Winnnipeg. They also will look at the showdown with the Mammoth who are off to a great start like the Jets.
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