Jets' Morrissey out vs. Red Wings with illness, expected to return Sunday

March 31, 2023 - 10:57pm

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey skates against the New York Rangers in the first period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

The Winnipeg Jets were without defenceman Josh Morrissey Friday night in a win over the Detroit Red Wings

Morrissey, who was out with an illness, was replaced in the lineup by defenceman Logan Stanley.

After the game, coach Rick Bowness said Morrissey is expected to return Sunday against the New Jersey Devils.

Morrissey is having a career year for Winnipeg, with his 15 goals and 69 points both setting career highs. The 28-year-old is currently tied for third in the NHL for points by a defenceman.

Stanley has played in 17 games for the Jets this season and has one goal and two assists.

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