President Donald Trump’s long-held fascination with the world of aviation is proving a useful tool for governments and companies seeking to win his favor.

The Jets used a roster spot to activate Zuerlein late in the season but he was scratched before the game when he was re-injured, according to the team. The Jets would save $2.4 million by cutting Zuerlein, but also carry $2.3 million in dead money.

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck lays by the net as Dallas Stars' Sam Steel (18) and the rest of the line celebrate a goal scored by Alexander Petrovic, in pile against the boards, in the third period of Game 3 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series in Dallas, Sunday, May 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) AP

In this edition, former Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato writes about the Western Conference Second Round. The Dallas Stars lead the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 in the best-of-7 series entering Game 4 at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Tuesday (8 p.m. ET; ESPN, SN, TVAS, CBC).

Connor Hellebuyck’s play on the road in the Winnipeg Jets goal is the biggest detriment to the Stanley Cup hopes of the Presidents’ Trophy winner. Hellebuyck allowed five goals to the Dallas Stars in Game 3 of the Western Conference second-round series.

The Dallas Stars face the Winnipeg Jets tonight in Game 4 of this seven-game series. Dallas has home ice, looking to build on a big 5-2 victory in Game 3.

Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets have made a sudden change to their special teams unit, releasing veteran punter Thomas Morstead.