Josh Morrissey of the Winnipeg Jets to feature in game against the Boston Bruins

The Winnipeg Jets will have star defenseman Josh Morrissey back in the lineup on Thursday night as they host the Boston Bruins at Bell MTS Place. This is great news for the Jets as Morrissey has had a career year, providing stability and offensive prowess from the blue line.

Morrissey sustained a lower-body injury in the Jets' game against the Florida Panthers on March 11. He initially left the game in the second period and returned for one shift in the third before leaving again.

The Jets have missed his presence on the ice as he has contributed offensively with 15 goals and 52 assists in just 66 games this season.

Head coach Rick Bowness confirmed Josh Morrissey's return to the lineup on Thursday, much to the delight of Jets fans. With just a handful of games left in the regular season, every point counts as a team looking for a playoff position.

The Jets currently sit in fourth place in the Northern Division with 58 points, just one point behind the Montreal Canadiens, who hold the third and final playoff spot.

Morrissey's return couldn't have come at a better time for the Jets, who are facing a Bruins team that is fighting for a playoff spot in the East Division. The Bruins currently sit in fourth place with 58 points, just two points ahead of the fifth-placed Philadelphia Flyers.

Josh Morrissey's return is a huge boost for the Jets, who have been hit hard by injuries this season. The Jets have had to deal with key players such as Mark Scheifele, Blake Wheeler, and Nikolaj Ehlers missing significant time due to injury. Morrissey's return will help ease the burden on the Jets' defense and allow them to play a more complete game.

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Josh Morrissey Shines as Winnipeg Jets' Top Defenseman

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Josh Morrissey of the Winnipeg Jets continued his impressive play during the 2022-23 NHL season. The 27-year-old defenseman has been an essential component of the Jets' blue line, providing a mix of offensive and defensive contributions throughout the season.

In the 66 games played, Morrissey has managed to maintain a relatively even plus/minus rating, with a minus-one rating so far this season.

Defensively, Josh Morrissey has been a solid presence on the Jets' blue line, recording 33 blocked shots and averaging 23 minutes and 59 seconds of ice time per game. His excellent puck-moving skills and ability to make crisp passes have helped transition the Jets' offense from their own end to the opposing team's zone quickly and efficiently.

In addition to his offensive and defensive contributions, Morrissey has also been a physical presence on the ice, recording 140 hits in the season so far. His hard-nosed play has helped the Jets maintain a physical edge against their opponents.