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Jets using speed to frustrate, defeat rivals

They say speed kills. The Winnipeg Jets have plenty of it. And lately, its been deadly to the opposition.

Last week, I wrote about there not being a great effect on a lineup over a few games when you're inserting young, talented legs. Since that was published, the Jets have gained seven of a possible eight points and have a record of 9-7-2 heading into Thursday night's game in Philadelphia against the Flyers.

TREVOR HAGAN / CANADIAN PRESS FILES</p><p&gtCaptains Blake Wheeler is still driving the bus straight and on course.</p>
Captains Blake Wheeler is still driving the bus straight and on course.

They had a few bumps on the way, but came up with their best game of the season with a resounding 4-0 shutout against the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday night at the MTS Centre.