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| Jets owner Jeremy Ducaine made a deal today which brings Keith Tkachuk back to Winnipeg. Tkachuk was originally drafted by Winnipeg 19th overall in the 1990 NHL entry draft. Tkachuk was the last team captain for the Jets before the franchise moved to Phoenix. Tkachuk tallied 50 goals and 34 assists for the Jets the last season before the team relocated. Tkachuk was traded to St. Louis in 2001. "I think Tkachuk is exactly what this team needs," says Ducaine. "Keith will contribute to the offensive punch that this team needs, as well as defensive prowess. Standing 6'2" tall and weighing 231 pounds, Tkachuk will bring a good two-sided game to this club" "I'm very excited to see Winnipeg represented in the NHL again," stated Tkachuk. "And I'm even more excited to be a part of it." |
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| Keith Tkachuk to don the Jets logo once again |
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| Also attained this week is promising center Krystofer Kolanos from Phoenix. Kolanos was also drafted 19th overall, in the 2000 NHL entry draft. The center played two years at Boston college and scored the NCAA Championship-winning goal in overtime against North Dakota. Kolanos went straight from college to the NHL, compiling 11 goals and 11 assists in 57 contests. "I'm pleased with the recent transactions made by this team," says Ducaine "I came here to make big changes, and thats exactly what I'm doing. Winnipeg fans have waited long enough to see a team in town, I plan to give them more than just an average team." Winnipeg fans will be able to see the new additions to the team suit up soon, as the start of the 05' season is almost upon us. |
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