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Jets D Brenden Dillon ruled out of Game 4 vs. Avalanche Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon has been ruled out for Sunday’s Game 4 of the Western Conference first-round series versus the Color...

APRIL 28, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon out for Game 4 against Avalanche with lacerated hand

Winnipeg defenseman Brenden Dillon will miss Game 4 of a first-round playoff series against Colorado with a laceration on his hand that required stitches

APRIL 28, 2024 • Associated Press

Out Sunday Dillon (hand) won't play Sunday against the Avalanche, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

Impact While Dillon has been ruled out for Game 4, there's a chance he could return Tuesday when the Jets return home for Game 5. Still, it's a tough blow for Winnipeg -- the veteran blueliner had three assists through the first three games of the series. Logan Stanley is expected to work on the second pairing in Dillon's absence.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets aim to step up defensively in Game 4 with Dillon day to day | NHL.com Defenseman injured hand against Avalanche following Game 3 loss in Western 1st Round

APRIL 27, 2024 • NHL.COM

Jets' Brenden Dillon day-to-day after receiving stitches on hand for apparent cut from skate blade

Winnipeg defenseman Brenden Dillon is considered day-to-day after receiving stitches in his left hand where he was apparently cut by a skate blade

APRIL 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Questionable for Sunday Dillon didn't receive any muscle or tendon damage as a result of the skate cut to his hand, which occurred during a scrum at the end of Friday's 6-2 loss to Colorado in Game 3. Alt...

Impact Dillon has three assists, four PIM, 12 hits and six blocks while averaging 21:04 of ice time across three playoff contests this year. He also accumulated eight goals, 20 points, 92 PIM, 241 hits and 111 blocks in 77 regular-season outings. If Dillon is forced to miss any action due to the injury, then Logan Stanley will likely draw into the lineup.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hand injury Dillon suffered a hand injury at the end of Friday's 6-2 loos to Colorado, according to Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact There were fisticuffs once the game went final and Dillon picked up a couple of roughing minors. one against Jack Johnson and the other with Brandon Duhaime. It was not clear when he injured his hand and coach Rick Bowness said after the game that there was no update as Dillon was still being evaluated. Look for Logan Stanley to enter the lineup in Game 4 Sunday, if Dillon is unable to go.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon heads to locker room with hand bleeding after fight following game

Winnipeg defenseman Brenden Dillon quickly made his way down the tunnel with his hand bleeding after a fight at the end of the game Friday night

APRIL 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Generates assist Tuesday Dillon logged an assist and three hits in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Avalanche in Game 2.

Impact Dillon already has three helpers over two playoff games -- he logged just one assist across his last nine regular-season outings. The 33-year-old defenseman is better known for his physical and defensive play than his offense, though he put up 20 points, 241 hits and 111 blocked shots in 77 contests during 2023-24. He should continue to see time on the Jets' second pairing.

APRIL 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns pair of helpers Dillon notched two assists, three hits, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Avalanche in Game 1.

Impact Dillon did his job well defensively and still had enough in the tank to help out on goals by Josh Morrissey and Adam Lowry. This was Dillon's first multi-point effort since Nov. 18. The veteran defenseman had 20 points, 241 hits, 111 blocked shots and 92 PIM over 77 regular-season appearances, offering some toughness in a top-four role.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to play Dillon (rest) will play in Sunday's postseason tilt against Colorado, Tracey Myers of NHL.com reports.

Impact Dillon missed Thursday's matchup with the Canucks due to rest and will be fine to assume his usual top-four role. He finished the regular season with eight goals and 20 points through 77 contests.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Thursday Dillon (rest) will sit out Thursday's regular-season finale at home against Vancouver, per Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.

Impact Dillion was a physical force throughout the regular season, recording 241 hits and 111 blocked shots. The 33-year-old also registered eight goals and 12 assists in 77 games this year. Look for him to skate in a top-four role during the playoffs.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to the lineup Dillon registered a hit and a plus-3 rating in the 5-2 win over the Sabres on Sunday.

Impact After missing the last game with an illness, Dillon returned to his regular spot on the second pairing with partner Neal Pionk. Dillon finished with two shots, one hit, one blocked shot and a plus-3 rating in 17:47 of ice time. He can be a solid depth piece in deeper leagues for his contribution in hits - he has 30 hits in his last eight games - but his lack of offensive production makes him less attractive in shallower leagues.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Dillon (illness) will return to the lineup Sunday against Buffalo, per Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact Dillon sat out Saturday's 5-3 win over Carolina. His return could bump Logan Stanley to the press box as a healthy scratch. Dillon has accounted for seven goals, 16 points, 79 PIM, 73 blocked shots and 166 hits in 55 contests this campaign.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Dillon (illness) won't play Saturday versus Carolina, per Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press.

Impact Logan Stanley will draw into the lineup due to Dillon's absence. The 33-year-old Dillon has seven goals, 16 points, 79 PIM, 73 blocked shots and 166 hits in 55 contests this campaign.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Tuesday Dillon scored a goal on two shots and delivered four hits in Tuesday's 4-2 win over St. Louis.

Impact Dillon extended Winnipeg's lead to 2-0 midway through the second period, beating Joel Hofer with a slapshot off an offensive-zone faceoff. It's the first point in 12 games for Dillon, whose last goal came on Jan. 9. He's up to seven goals, a new career high, and 16 points through 54 games this season. While the 33-year-old blueliner won't offer much offensively, he certainly brings some physicality, racking up 162 hits and 72 blocked shots on the campaign.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to play Saturday Dillon has served his three-game ban and will be available to face Vancouver on Saturday.

Impact Dillon's return figures to see Logan Stanley relegated back to the press box, where he figures to continue serving as a healthy scratch. For his part, the 33-year-old Dillon was stuck in a seven-game pointless streak prior to his suspension and probably shouldn't ber expected to offer much in the way of offensive upside moving forward.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets' Brenden Dillon suspended 3 games for a hit to the head of the Penguins' Noel Acciari

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon has been suspended three games for an illegal check to the head of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Dillon suspended 3 games for actions in Jets game | NHL.com Defenseman banned for illegal check to head against Acciari of Penguins

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • NHL.COM

Given three-game ban Dillon was suspended three games for an illegal check to the head of Pittsburgh's Noel Acciari in Tuesday's game.

Impact Dillon hit Acciari high in the neutral zone, causing an injury to the Penguins forward. The three-game suspension will see Dillon miss the rematch against the Penguins on Saturday as well as Thursday's game versus the Flyers and next Wednesday's tilt versus the Sharks. He'll be eligible to return Feb. 17 versus the Canucks. Logan Stanley figures to fill in on the third pairing while Dillon is serving the suspension.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets D Brenden Dillon to have hearing with NHL Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon is scheduled to have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Wednesday, one day follow...

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jets D Brenden Dillon to have hearing with NHL Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon is scheduled to have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Wednesday, one day follow...

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dillon to have Player Safety hearing for actions in Jets game | NHL.com Defenseman facing discipline for illegal check to head against Penguins forward Acciari

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • NHL.COM

Hearing scheduled with NHL Dillon has a hearing scheduled with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Wednesday after receiving a match penalty during Winnipeg's 3-0 loss to Pittsburgh on Tuesday, Mike McInt...

Impact Dillon was assessed the penalty early in the second period after delivering a high hit to Noel Acciari, who needed help getting off the ice and missed the remainder of the contest due to an upper-body injury. Dillon has six goals, 15 points, 65 PIM, 116 hits and 66 blocks in 48 outings in 2023-24. Logan Stanley might draw into the lineup Thursday for the first time since Dec. 12 if Dillion's suspended.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to play Dillon (back) is expected to play Tuesday versus Pittsburgh, according to Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact Dillon expects to play in Tuesday's contest after leaving Winnipeg's 4-2 loss to Toronto on Jan. 27 early due to a back injury. The 33-year-old rearguard has accounted for six goals, 15 points, 46 shots on net, 66 blocked shots and 115 hits in 47 games this season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon out for Game 4 against Avalanche with lacerated hand

Jets' Brenden Dillon day-to-day after receiving stitches on hand for apparent cut from skate blade

Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon heads to locker room with hand bleeding after fight following game

Jets' Brenden Dillon suspended 3 games for a hit to the head of the Penguins' Noel Acciari