Controversial Play: Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey expressed frustration over an uncalled "pick" by Mattias Janmark during Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

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One-on-One Challenge: Morrissey, defending against Connor McDavid, collided with Janmark in the second period, sparking the controversy. Despite undergoing concussion protocol, Morrissey disputed the lack of a penalty call.

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Interference Allegation: Morrissey argued that Janmark's pick was interference, given McDavid had possession of the puck for an extended period, making it a blatant interference penalty in his opinion.

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Offensive Strategy: 1. Morrissey acknowledged that setting picks can be part of the Jets' game plan, but he believed Janmark's action went beyond acceptable limits, rising to the level of a penalty.

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Coach's Support: Jets head coach Rick Bowness agreed with Morrissey's opinion, expressing hope that referees would review and reconsider the controversial play.

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Team Struggles: Losing three straight games has seen them drop down to third in Central Division with 12-8-2 record, pushing their record into negative territory and leaving only 12 wins remaining this year.

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Scoring Drought: During their three-game losing streak, the Jets struggled offensively, outscored 8-3 by opponents compared to their recent five-game win streak.

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Possession Woes: Bowness pointed to faceoff troubles as a key factor in the Thursday loss, emphasizing the need to improve possession to avoid constantly chasing the opponent.

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Upcoming Homestand: The Jets look to break their losing streak with a four-game homestand, continuing with a matchup against the last-place Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.

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Refereeing Concerns: Both Morrissey and Coach Bowness highlighted the importance of fair officiating, with a call for referees to review critical plays and make informed decisions to maintain the integrity of the game.

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