Vladislav Namestnikov - NHL News & Rumors

Hurricanes bring 3-game win streak into matchup against the Jets

The Carolina Hurricanes play the Winnipeg Jets with a three win streak on the line

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Panthers play the Jets after Verhaeghe's 2-goal performance

The Florida Panthers host the Winnipeg Jets after Carter Verhaeghe's two-goal game against the Winnipeg Jets in the Panthers' 5-1 win

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Winnipeg takes losing streak into matchup with Tampa Bay

The Winnipeg Jets look to break a six-game skid with a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jets take on the Panthers on losing streak

The Winnipeg Jets look to end a five-game slide when they take on the Florida Panthers

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jets bring 4-game losing streak into matchup against the Canadiens

The Winnipeg Jets aim to end their four-game skid when they play the Montreal Canadiens

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Placed on injured reserve The Jets placed Namestnikov (undisclosed) on injured reserve Friday, retroactive to Oct. 15.

Impact Namestnikov has been sidelined since mid-October due to his undisclosed injury, and he's considered week-to-week. His placement on injured reserve is simply procedural at this point and won't impact his return timetable, while the move will clear space on the Jets' roster following Friday's blockbuster trade involving Connor Hellebuyck. It's not yet clear when Namestnikov will be able to return to game action.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Jets take losing streak into game against the Stars

The Winnipeg Jets look to stop a three-game skid with a win against the Dallas Stars

OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

St. Louis hosts Winnipeg in Central Division action

The Winnipeg Jets take on the St. Louis Blues in a matchup within the Central Division Tuesday

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Is week-to-week Namestnikov is week-to-week due to his undisclosed injury, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports Friday.

Impact Namestnikov missed Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to Chicago due to the injury, which was his first absence of the 2026-27 campaign. He has an assist in six outings in 2026-27. Brad Lambert drew back into the lineup Thursday and is likely to play regularly during Namestnikov's absence.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes take on the Jets on 6-game win streak

The Carolina Hurricanes will attempt to keep their six-game win streak going when they visit the Winnipeg Jets

OCTOBER 16 • Associated Press

Unavailable Thursday Namestnikov (undisclosed) won't play Thursday versus Winnipeg, per Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact Namestnikov has an assist in six outings in 2026-27. Brad Lambert is likely to draw into the lineup due to Namestnikov's absence.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Thursday Namestnikov will be a game-time decision against the Blackhawks on Thursday after suffering an undisclosed injury during the morning skate, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official s...

Impact Namestnikov has been struggling offensively this season, failing to score a goal through the first six games of the year and going without a shot in his last three outings. If the 33-year-old forward continues to underwhelm, he could find himself serving as a scratch even if healthy. If Namestnikov can't play Thursday, Brad Lambert will replace him in the lineup.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Winnipeg and Boston meet for out-of-conference matchup

The Winnipeg Jets and the Boston Bruins square off in an out-of-conference matchup

OCTOBER 1 • Associated Press

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.

SEPTEMBER 17 • 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

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