Report: Jets have 'kicked tires' on Nash, Hoffman, other forwards

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff appears to be a busy man a week before the trade deadline.

The Jets have talked to a number of teams with the intention of acquiring a forward, it appears. Rangers veteran Rick Nash, Senators sniper Mike Hoffman, Blackhawks speedster Ryan Hartman, and Oilers forwards Patrick Maroon and Mark Letestu are among the many players the Jets have "kicked tires on," according to TSN's Darren Dreger.

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The Jets have a rock solid blue line from Nos. 1 to 6, and have a Vezina Trophy candidate in goal in Connor Hellebuyck. Even with a potent top-six forward group, Cheveldayoff doesn't appear to be shy about adding to one of his team's strength.

With a Central Divison-leading 79 points, the Jets are in a prime position to be buyers before next Monday's trade deadline.