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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

Jets sign F Gabriel Vilardi to 2-year, $6.875M deal The Winnipeg Jets are signing center Gabriel Vilardi to a two-year, $6.875 million deal, multiple outlets reported.

JULY 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jets, Gabriel Vilardi agree to 2-year pre-arbitration deal Vilardi was acquired by Winnipeg in last month's trade with the Kings for center Pierre-Luc Dubois.

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Inks two-year deal Vilardi signed a two-year, $6.875 million contact with the Jets on Wednesday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Vilardi, who was a restricted free agent, was acquired by Winnipeg from LA on June 27 as part of the Pierre-Luc Dubois deal. Vilardi played in 63 contests with the Kings last season and set career highs in goals (23) and points (41). The 23-year-old should serve in a top-six capacity with Winnipeg in 2023-24.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Murat Ates: Gabriel Vilardi and Morgan Barron filed for... - The Athletic Gabriel Vilardi and Morgan Barron filed for arbitration today. For the moment, all this does is guarantee Vilardi and Barron will have Jets...

JULY 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Murat Ates: I'm told Gabriel Vilardi, acquired by Winnipeg... - The Athletic I'm told Gabriel Vilardi, acquired by Winnipeg for Pierre-Luc Dubois, will file for arbitration today. Vilardi scored 23 goals and 18 assist...

JULY 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shipped to Winnipeg Winnipeg acquired Vilardi, Alex Iafallo, Rasmus Kupari and Montreal's second-round pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft from the Kings on Tuesday in exchange for Pierre-Luc Dubois.

Impact Vilardi is coming off a career year offensively in 2022-23 with 23 goals and 41 points in 63 games. The 23-year-old forward is projected to slot into a top-six forward spot with the Jets next season. It's unclear at this time if he will line up as a center or on the wing, but he is capable of playing either position.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kings' Quinton Byfield Scores First Career Playoff Goal Off Slick Feed From Gabriel Vilardi

APRIL 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Manages assist in loss Vilardi logged an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Oilers in Game 5.

Impact Vilardi set up Quinton Byfield's third-period tally. Through four playoff games, Vilardi's yet to be held off the scoresheet -- he has a pair of goals and two assists to go with 10 shots on net, five hits and a plus-1 rating. The 23-year-old has been a good fit on the third line, providing the Kings with depth scoring that they'll likely need more of in a must-win Game 6 on Saturday.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects goal in loss to Edmonton Vilardi netted a goal in LA's 5-4 overtime loss to Edmonton in Game 4 on Sunday.

Impact Vilardi supplied the opening goal of the contest midway through the first period. It was his second marker and third point in three playoff outings this year. Over 63 regular-season appearances, Vilardi set career highs with 23 goals and 41 points.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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