Handshake Line: New Feels Old, But Doesn't Feel Like Same Old-Same Old With The New

It was a comfortable return to have playoff hockey in Winnipeg, and these Jets seem primed to soar to new heights.

The first opening round Stanley Cup playoff series that I actively remember making a point to watch or listen to every game was the final series in Winnipeg for the Arizona Coyotes née Jets. Growing up in Detroit, I wanted to be able to talk about the games the next day during fourth grade recess. At the time I didn't register the magic of the White Out, or appreciate the hockey history dating back to playing for and capturing the Avco Cup more than any WHA side in the 70's.

What I do remember though is the hair on the back of my neck standing on end listening to the radio…