CALGARY — Blake Wheeler has plenty to be thankful for these days — including a gift from the NHL schedule-maker.
The Winnipeg Jets will spend U.S. Thanksgiving in Wheeler’s home state of Minnesota, giving him a rare chance to enjoy the holiday with extended family. Players were set to arrive in Minneapolis-St. Paul early today after playing against the Flames in Calgary Wednesday night, then have the rest of the day off before facing off against the Minnesota Wild on Friday afternoon.
“Honestly, the worst day of my year is being on the road on Thanksgiving Day.