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Stays red hot Vilardi netted a goal in a 3-2 overtime loss to Montreal on Monday.

Impact Vilardi got off to a slow start this season, recording just two assists in seven contests through Dec. 7 while also missing 18 games due to a knee injury. The 24-year-old has exploded, though, contributing five goals and eight points over his last five outings. Vilardi showed promise in 2022-23, providing 23 goals and 41 points in 63 appearances, so there is good reason for fantasy managers to believe he'll end up having a great campaign despite how it started.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jets' Gabriel Vilardi Corrals Puck, Tucks In Rebound To Continue Goal Streak

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Jets host the Canadiens after Vilardi's 2-goal game

The Winnipeg Jets host the Montreal Canadiens after Gabriel Vilardi's two-goal game against the Colorado Avalanche in the Jets' 6-2 win

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Snipes twice to carry win Villardi scored twice Saturday in a 6-2 in over Colorado.

Impact He has great hands and great patience with the puck, but he hadn't been rewarded with results, until recently. Vilardi has six points, including three goals, in his last two games and seven of his nine points have come in the last four games. Check your wire. Vilardi can be a gem.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Vilardi scores twice, steers Jets to 6-2 win over Avalanche

Gabriel Vilardi scored twice and Alex Iafallo broke an 18-game goal-scoring drought as the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Colorado Avalanche 6-2 on Saturday night

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Torments former team Vilardi scored a goal on three shots, added three assists and went plus-5 in Wednesday's 5-2 win over the Kings.

Impact Vilardi's first game back in Los Angeles after an offseason trade went far better than his first game this year versus the Kings. He sustained an injured knee in a collision with Blake Lizotte in the Oct. 17 contest, which kept him out of action for nearly six weeks. Between the trade and that hit, this matchup has turned into a rivalry, and Vilardi made his impact with a career night against the team that drafted him 11th overall in 2017. The 24-year-old is still working to get his season on track -- he's at two goals, five helpers, 24 shots on net and a plus-5 rating through 10 appearances. Vilardi appears to have the first chance to stick on the top line while Kyle Connor (knee) is sidelined likely into February.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Vilardi scores a career-high four points in his return to LA, leading Jets past Kings 5-2

Gabriel Vilardi had a goal and three assists for a career-high four points in his impressive return to Los Angeles and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Kings 5-2

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets first goal of campaign Vilardi scored a goal on three shots in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Ducks.

Impact Vilardi tallied at 18:18 of the third period to give the Jets the lead, and his tally was the game-winner. It was his first goal in Winnipeg colors, though he's been limited to three points over eight games due to a knee injury sustained in October. The 24-year-old forward has been eased back into the lineup since his activation Nov. 30, but with Kyle Connor (lower body) leaving Sunday's game hurt, Vilardi could be called on to fill a larger role going forward.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Vilardi Gives Jets Late Lead Off Slick One-Handed Deflection

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Jets' Gabriel Vilardi Makes Nifty Move To Set Up Mark Scheifele For Powerplay Goal

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Activated Thursday The Jets have activated Vilardi (knee) from injured reserve Thursday.

Impact Vilardi was expected to be a game-time decision Thursday versus Edmonton and the activation makes it appear that he will return to the lineup. Vilardi has missed the last 18 games and has one assist in three games this season. Look for Vilardi to garner a middle-six role, if he plays.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Thursday Vilardi (knee) will be a game-time decision versus Edmonton on Thursday, Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun reports.

Impact Vilardi was injured Oct. 17 and has missed the last 18 games. Vilardi had one assist in three games before he was hurt. Look for Axel Jonsson-Fjallby to be a healthy scratch, should Vilardi return to the lineup.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vilardi frustrated by Lizotte collision: 'It was a stupid play' It's unclear where Vilardi will slot in or how soon he will be able to return to form.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Questionable Thursday Coach Rick Bowness is hopeful Vilardi (knee) will play in Thursday's game against Edmonton, but nothing is set in stone, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

Impact Vilardi hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 17. Before getting hurt, he had an assist, nine shots and two blocks in three contests this season. If he does play Thursday, then Axel Jonsson-Fjallby might be a healthy scratch.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not quite ready to return Per Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site, Vilardi (knee) won't play Tuesday against Dallas but he could be ready to return Thursday versus Edmonton.

Impact Vilardi, who hasn't played since Oct. 17 against the Kings, might end up being a game-time decision for Thursday's contest. The 24-year-old forward is expected to be a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Vilardi is projected to return to the second line once he is cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Vilardi (knee) practiced with his teammates Monday for the first time since suffering a knee injury Oct. 17 against the Kings, Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun reports.

Impact Although this was obviously a step in the right direction for Vilardi, he still practiced in a non-contact jersey Monday, and while Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun believes there's a chance Vilardi could return Sunday against Nashville, Billeck thinks a more realistic target for the 24-year-old's return is Nov. 28 against the Stars. Once given the green light, look for Vilardi to step into a top-six role and a spot on the No. 1 power-play unit.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might practice next week Vilardi (knee) isn't ready to participate in practices, but that's expected to change next week, John Lu of TSN reports Wednesday.

Impact Vilardi hasn't played since Oct. 17 because of the injury. He has an assist in three contests this year. Vilardi should slot into a middle-six role and receive power-play ice time once he's cleared to return.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Skates Thursday Vilardi (knee) skated for the first time Thursday since suffering his knee injury, Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun reports.

Impact By getting back on the ice, Vilardi took the first step toward recovering from his long-term knee problem. Still, the 24-year-old center is not expected back until late November at the earliest after being given an initial 4-6 week recovery timeline. Once cleared to play, Vilardi should be in contention to reclaim his place in the top six.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes on injured reserve Vilardi (knee) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

Impact Vilardi is set to miss 4-6 weeks with a sprained MCL, so this is not a surprising move. The 24-year-old could be later shifted to long-term injured reserve if the Jets bump up against the salary cap ceiling.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jets F Gabriel Vilardi (knee) out 4-6 weeks Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi is out four to six weeks with a sprained MCL, coach Rick Bowness told reporters Wednesday.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Jets F Gabriel Vilardi (knee) out 4-6 weeks Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi is out four to six weeks with a sprained MCL, coach Rick Bowness told reporters Wednesday.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Exits Tuesday's game Vilardi (lower body) won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Vilardi was injured on a hit from Blake Lizotte in the first period. The fact that Vilardi was ruled out for the game before the intermission suggests it could be a significant injury, but an update on the forward's status is unlikely to come before the end of the contest.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning Thursday Vilardi (illness) is expected to play Thursday versus the Senators, Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Vilardi sat out Saturday's practice and Monday's game versus the Flames with the illness. The 24-year-old forward will contend for a top-six role this season. He produced 23 goals, 18 assists and 122 shots on goal over 63 games with the Kings last year before he was included in the package traded to Winnipeg for Pierre-Luc Dubois.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Vilardi didn't take part in Saturday's practice because of an illness, Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact It is unclear at this time if Vilardi will be ready to return the ice Sunday or play in Monday's preseason contest against Calgary. Consider him day-to-day for now. Vilardi is slated to open the 2023-24 campaign on Winnipeg's top line alongside Kyle Connor (illness) and Mark Scheifele.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Family cooking, finesse shooting and first concerts: Meet Gabriel Vilardi Given his health, youth and the opportunity available with the Jets, Vilardi is one to watch this season.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Jets host the Canadiens after Vilardi's 2-goal game

Gabriel Vilardi scores twice, steers Jets to 6-2 win over Avalanche

Gabriel Vilardi scores a career-high four points in his return to LA, leading Jets past Kings 5-2