What year did the Jets leave Winnipeg? The team’s name was changed to the Jets in honour of the professional hockey team of that name that played in Winnipeg from 1972 to 1996 before becoming the Phoenix Coyotes. As part of an NHL realignment, the Jets moved from the Eastern Conference to the Western after the 2012–13 season.
Are the Winnipeg Jets relocating? The Winnipeg Jets won’t be moving home games out of the province, after all. The update comes after team owner True North Sports + Entertainment sent fans a survey on Thursday afternoon, asking how they would feel about the NHL team moving home games to a region that doesn’t have restrictions on fan attendance.
Why did the Jets leave Winnipeg in 1996? Due to mounting financial troubles, in 1996 the franchise moved to Phoenix, Arizona and became the Phoenix Coyotes (now the Arizona Coyotes). The team played their home games at Winnipeg Arena.
Do Winnipeg Jets still exist?
| Winnipeg Jets | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1999 |
| History | Atlanta Thrashers 1999–2011 Winnipeg Jets 2011–present |
| Home arena | Canada Life Centre |
| City | Winnipeg, Manitoba |