Josh Morrissey - Page 10 - NHL News & Rumors

Avalanche try to clinch series win over the Jets

The Colorado Avalanche look to clinch the first round of the NHL Playoffs over the Winnipeg Jets in game five

APRIL 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Avalanche bring 2-1 lead into game 4 against the Jets

The Colorado Avalanche host the Winnipeg Jets in the first round of the NHL Playoffs with a 2-1 lead in the series

APRIL 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Nets power-play goal in loss Morrissey scored a power-play goal on two shots, added three hits and blocked two shots in Friday's 6-2 loss to the Avalanche in Game 3.

Impact Morrissey has two goals and a helper, as well as six shots on net, four hits and nine blocks through three playoff outings. His tally midway through the second period gave the Jets a 2-1 lead, but the Avalanche rallied and ran away with the win in the third period. Morrissey will continue to provide solid all-around production in a top-pairing role.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How Josh Morrissey has grown into a playoff veteran for Jets — and proud foodie With "The 44," Morrissey is taking one more step in his connection with people in Winnipeg.

APRIL 23, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

One of each Sunday Morrissey scored a goal on two shots, dished a power-play assist, added two PIM and blocked five shots in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Avalanche in Game 1.

Impact Morrissey rested for the Jets' regular-season finale, but he was as strong as ever before that with two goals and nine helpers over his last eight outings. The momentum carried over into the playoffs as he earned his third straight multi-point effort. Morrissey is likely to see massive minutes on the top pairing and first power-play unit, and his offense will make him a solid choice for fantasy playoff competitions.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Whiteout' Erupts After Josh Morrissey Evens Score vs. Avalanche

APRIL 21, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Won't play Thursday Morrissey will sit out the season finale versus Vancouver on Thursday, Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Morrissey joins a number of Jets players in skipping the season finale in order to rest up for the postseason. The blueliner has been red hot of late with two goals and nine helpers in his last eight contests, including five points with the man advantage. Without Morrissey in the lineup against the Canucks, Neal Pionk figures to see an uptick in power-play ice time.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Morrissey Jets' Nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy | Winnipeg Jets Past Winners Join Selection Committee to Help Determine This Season’s Winner

APRIL 17, 2024 • NHL.COM

Collects two assists in win Morrissey registered two assists and two hits in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Kraken.

Impact Morrissey has two goals and nine helpers over his last eight contests, four of which have been multi-point efforts. The star defenseman is up to 10 goals, 59 helpers, 196 shots on net, 90 hits, 103 blocked shots and a plus-34 rating through 81 outings overall. If he plays and earns a point Thursday versus the Canucks, he will secure his second straight 70-point campaign.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three points Saturday Morrissey scored a power-play goal and added two assists, one with the man advantage, in Saturday's 7-0 rout of the Avalanche.

Impact Both his power-play points came in the first period as the Jets jumped out to a 4-0 lead. Morrissey has three multi-point performances in the last six games, and Saturday's tally was his 10th of the season, marking the third straight campaign in which he's reached double digits. The 29-year-old blueliner hasn't quite matched last season's career-best pace, but he still has an impressive 67 points in 80 games.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Garners two assists in win Morrissey notched two assists, four shots on goal, three blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Flames.

Impact Morrissey was on the receiving end of an elbow from Martin Pospisil in the second period, but the Jets' top defenseman came out of the encounter no worse for wear. With five points over his last three contests, Morrissey is heating up on offense again. He's at 63 points (16 on the power play), 192 shots on net, 86 hits, 100 blocked shots and a plus-28 rating through 76 appearances this season.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One of each in win Morrissey scored a goal on three shots, added an assist, blocked two shots and levied four hits in Monday's 4-3 win over the Kings.

Impact Morrissey's goal was his first since March 3. He had eight helpers over the 14 contests between tallies, and he also set up a Sean Monahan goal in Monday's win. Morrissey is up to nine goals, 61 points, 188 shots on net, 97 blocked shots, 86 hits and a plus-25 rating through 75 appearances in another standout campaign.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets' Josh Morrissey Eclipses Last Season's Breakout in Shadow of Makar and Hughes One year removed from his breakout ‘Norrissey’ campaign, the Jets’ Josh Morrissey is flying under the radar with a defensive season that is...

MARCH 23, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Lends helping hand on three goals Morrissey recorded three assists, including two on the power play, in Friday's 6-0 shutout victory over the Ducks.

Impact Morrissey can be a tough player to gauge on a per-game basis. While the top-pairing defenseman has been blanked offensively in 32 games this season, he's earned exactly one point 18 times, and there have been 16 box-score multipliers from Morrissey in 2023-24. On a macro level, he's very much among the elite blueliners based on eight goals, 48 assists and a plus-22 rating through 66 contests. The alternate captain is earning $6.25 million AAV on an eight-year deal that takes him through the 2027-28 season.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Generates assist Morrissey logged an assist, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 3-0 win over the Capitals.

Impact Morrissey set up an Alex Iafallo tally in the second period. After a stretch of 16 points over eight contests, Morrissey has cooled off with two assists over his last four outings. He's still a high-end defenseman on offense with eight goals, 45 helpers, 159 shots on net, 70 hits, 85 blocked shots and a plus-21 rating through 64 games this year.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up two points Morrissey registered a goal and an assist in the 5-2 win over the Sabres on Sunday.

Impact Morrissey potted his eighth goal of the season to start the third period and tied the game up 2-2. He also added an assist on the Jets first goal, four shots and a plus-1 rating in 24:30 of ice time. This was Morrissey's second multi-point game in a row and his 14th of the season. Fantasy owners should project for Morrissey to maintain his solid offensive performance for the rest of the season - his position on the power play and consistent ice time solidify his value as an every game starter.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three helpers in Saturday's win Morrissey notched three assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact With the Jets down 3-0 after two periods, Morrissey sparked a wild comeback on the road by helping to set up a Kyle Connor tally just 96 seconds into the final frame. The blueliner than had a hand in Mark Scheifele's tying goal and an Nino Niederreiter empty-netter. Morrissey hasn't scored a goal of his own in 19 straight games, but those with fantasy shares in him haven't been complaining -- he's dished multiple assists in five of the last six games, erupting for 13 points over that blistering stretch.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two more helpers Tuesday Morrissey logged a pair of assists in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Blues.

Impact Morrissey now has assists in five straight contests and multiple helpers in his last four games. The 28-year-old blueliner set up Sean Monahan's opening tally in the first period before snagging a second helper on Kyle Connor's tally later in the frame. Overall, Morrissey's up to 46 points (seven goals, 39 assists) with a plus-22 rating through 57 games this year.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another three-assist game Morrissey recorded three assists, four shots on goal and three hits in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win over the Coyotes.

Impact Morrissey had one power-play helper among his three assists. His offense looks to be all the way back now with nine assists over the last four games, including three on the power play. For the season, the 28-year-old defenseman has 44 points, 140 shots on net, 60 hits, 78 blocked shots and a plus-20 rating over 56 appearances.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helps out on all three goals Morrissey registered three assists, four shots on net and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 3-2 overtime win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Morrissey is starting to get his offense going again with six helpers over his last three games. He had picked up that many points over his previous 19 outings. The 28-year-old defenseman has seven goals, 34 assists, 136 shots on net, 77 blocked shots, 57 hits and a plus-20 rating over 55 appearances in a top-pairing role. He's not anywhere near his 76-point pace from last season, but he's still a reliable fantasy blueliner.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two helpers in win Morrissey recorded a pair of assists in Tuesday's 6-3 victory over Minnesota.

Impact Both of Morrissey's assists came on Gabriel Vilardi power-play goals, setting up the winger in the first period before recording a primary helper in the third. Morrisey now has three assists in his last three games after he was held to just two points in his previous nine contests. Overall, the 28-year-old blueliner now has seven goals and 38 points with a plus-18 rating through 54 games this season.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Garners assist Morrissey notched an assist and blocked two shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact The loss was not from a lack of effort from Morrissey as he was on the ice for almost half the game, playing 34 shifts while notching 27:21 TOI. His assist late in the third period was too late, as only 12 seconds remained after the Jets cut the lead to 4-2. The 28-year old defenseman added two shots, one hit, a minus-2 rating and two blocked shots. The Jets are off for the NHL All-Star break and will return on Feb. 6 when they visit the Penguins.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should play Saturday Per Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press, Morrissey (lower body) is expected to be back in the lineup versus Toronto on Saturday, according to coach Rick Bowness.

Impact Morrissey left Wednesday's game in Toronto in the first period and was unable to return. Morrissey was considered a game-time decision after Friday's practice by Bowness. Morrissey has seven goals, 26 assists and 118 shots on net in 46 contests this season.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday According to coach Rick Bowness, Morrissey (lower body) will be a game-time decision versus Toronto on Saturday, per Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun.

Impact Morrissey absorbed a shot from Matthew Knies in the first period Wednesday and was unable to return. Morrissey practiced Friday and is likely to play Saturday, but the Jets won't be sure until closer to game time. Morrissey has seven goals, 26 assists, 118 shots on goal and 67 blocked shots in 46 games this season.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing Friday Morrissey (lower body) is back at practice Friday, per Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact Morrissey was hurt blocking a shot in the first period Wednesday versus the Maple Leafs, and did not return. Morrissey is expected to return Saturday when the Jets face the Maple Leafs in the second contest of back-to-back games. Morrissey has seven goals and 33 points in 46 games, as he is headed for the second best season in his NHL career.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

JOSH MORRISSEY NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES

Avalanche try to clinch series win over the Jets

Avalanche bring 2-1 lead into game 4 against the Jets