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Scheifele's absence creates opportunities for players to branch out
The Winnipeg Jets’ revamped top line hasn’t missed a beat since No. 1 centre Mark Scheifele went down with an injury more than a week ago — but the most surprising development may be just how they’re getting the job done.
Take Patrik Laine, only one of the most feared snipers in the NHL who was moved up to the top line. Laine has yet to add to his team-leading total of 18 goals in the three games that have been played since Scheifele’s injury, but he’s turned into quite the playmaker, with five assists over that span.