Vladislav Namestnikov - NHL News & Rumors

Returns to action to begin camp Namestnikov (undisclosed) was skating on the second line during Thursday's practice session on the first day of training camp, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

Impact Namestnikov was unavailable for the end of the 2025-26 campaign due to an undisclosed injury, but he appears to have returned to full health ahead of the 2026-27 season. The 33-year-old was limited to 60 regular-season appearances last year, and he recorded eight goals, six assists, 76 hits, 37 blocked shots and 28 PIM while averaging 13:47 of ice time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Thursday Namestnikov (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup versus the Sharks on Thursday.

Impact Namestnikov will see his 2025-26 campaign end with him on the shelf due to his undisclosed injury. When healthy, the 33-year-old forward struggled to produce, garnering eight goals and six helpers in 60 contests, his lowest point total of his career.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Jets bring losing streak into game against the Sharks

The Winnipeg Jets will try to break a three-game slide when they play the San Jose Sharks

APRIL 16 • Associated Press

Unavailable in Utah Namestnikov (undisclosed) is not expected to suit up Tuesday in Utah.

Impact Namestnikov didn't play in the first half of Winnipeg's back-to-back set Monday in Vegas. The veteran forward has made just five appearances since the Olympic break, accounting for one goal and a minus-3 rating while averaging 10:39 of ice time. His availability for the team's last game of the regular season Thursday versus San Jose remains to be seen.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Central Division opponents meet when Utah hosts Winnipeg

The Utah Mammoth take on the Winnipeg Jets in a matchup of Central Division squads

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Won't play Monday Namestnikov (undisclosed) is unavailable for Monday's matchup against Vegas, according to Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact After being absent from Monday's morning skate, Namestnikov will miss at least one game. However, it's unclear if he will be ready to return before the end of the regular season. He has eight goals, 14 points, 76 shots on net and 76 hits in 60 outings this campaign.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores empty-netter in return Namestnikov scored an empty-net goal in Monday's 6-2 win over the Kraken.

Impact Namestnikov had missed the previous 18 games due to a lower-body injury. The 33-year-old returned to center the third line, and he'll likely see bottom-six minutes while the Jets continue their long-shot push for a playoff spot. He's produced eight goals, six assists, 71 shots on net, 72 hits, 36 blocked shots, 28 PIM and a minus-11 rating over 58 outings this season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Connor scores twice and Jets roll past Kraken 6-2

Kyle Connor scored twice, and Jonathan Toews and Gabriel Vilardi had a goal and an assist each to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 6-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Monday night

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Vladislav Namestnikov with a Goal vs. Seattle Kraken | Winnipeg Jets Vladislav Namestnikov (Winnipeg Jets) with a Goal vs. Seattle Kraken, 04/06/2026

APRIL 7 • NHL.COM

Ready to rock Namestnikov (lower body) will play against Seattle on Monday.

Impact Following an 18-game absence, Namestnikov will occupy a bottom-six role and could see power-play time with the second unit against the Kraken on Monday. He has contributed seven goals, 13 points, 70 shots on net, 36 blocked shots and 71 hits across 57 appearances this season.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Namestnikov | 26.04.06 | Winnipeg Jets Vladislav Namestnikov on the injury process, the excitement of getting back in the lineup, and more.

APRIL 6 • NHL.COM

Jets host the Kraken after Connor's 2-goal game

The Winnipeg Jets host the Seattle Kraken after Kyle Connor's two-goal game against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the Jets' 2-1 win

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Blue Jackets take losing streak into home matchup with the Jets

The Columbus Blue Jackets look to break their five-game losing streak when they play the Winnipeg Jets

APRIL 3 • Associated Press

Jets visit the Stars after shootout win

The Winnipeg Jets visit the Dallas Stars after the Jets defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in overtime

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Blackhawks host the Jets after Nazar's 2-goal game

The Chicago Blackhawks host the Winnipeg Jets after Frank Nazar's two-goal game against the New Jersey Devils in the Blackhawks' 5-3 loss

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Jets visit the Avalanche following Scheifele's 2-goal showing

The Winnipeg Jets visit the Colorado Avalanche after Mark Scheifele scored two goals in the Jets' 3-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Avalanche visit the Jets on 3-game win streak

The Colorado Avalanche will try to keep a three-game win streak alive when they play the Winnipeg Jets

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

Jets take on the Golden Knights following shootout victory

The Winnipeg Jets host the Vegas Golden Knights after the Jets defeated the New York Rangers 3-2 in a shootout

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Rangers bring losing streak into matchup with the Jets

The New York Rangers look to end their three-game skid when they take on the Winnipeg Jets

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Penguins host the Jets after Karlsson's 2-goal game

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Winnipeg Jets after Erik Karlsson's two-goal game against the Carolina Hurricanes in the Penguins' 6-5 overtime loss

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Is week-to-week Namestnikov (lower body) is considered week-to-week, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports Saturday.

Impact Namestnikov has seven goals, 13 points, 28 PIM and 71 hits in 57 appearances in 2025-26. He sustained the injury during Friday's game against Anaheim. Walker Duehr is likely to draw into the lineup Sunday versus San Jose due to Namestnikov's absence.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early Friday Namestnikov (lower body) won't finish Friday's game versus the Ducks.

Impact Namestnikov was limited to 3:51 of ice time in this contest prior to the injury. He should be considered questionable for Sunday's game versus the Sharks. Walker Duehr would likely draw into the lineup if Namestnikov misses time.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scheifele and Morrissey power Jets to a 3-1 victory over the Blues

Mark Scheifele had two goals and an assist to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 3-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night

JANUARY 21 • Associated Press

Garners two assists Saturday Namestnikov notched two assists and two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact Namestnikov has a goal and three helpers over five games since he was a healthy scratch Jan. 8 versus the Oilers. The 33-year-old's renewed success on offense has helped the Jets win four of those five games, picking up a total of nine standings point in that span. For the season, Namestnikov has 12 points, 57 shots on net, 60 hits, 27 blocked shots, 22 PIM and a minus-7 rating over 46 outings. He will continue to occupy a middle-six role.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Namestnikov | 26.01.13 | Winnipeg Jets Vladislav Namestnikov on Rick Bowness, the mindset after back-to-back wins, and more.

JANUARY 13 • NHL.COM

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