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Winnipeg Jets impressed with Joel Armia's growth

Much remains to be learned about Joel Armia, about the player on the ice and the man off it.

But the more the Winnipeg Jets learn, the more impressed they’ve become with the growth shown by the 22-year-old Finn, who was acquired as part of the blockbuster trade with the Buffalo Sabres that sent Evander Kane and Zach Bogosian the other way. And it’s not just the Jets brass who are excited about the potential he brings, so too are his teammates.

Winnipeg Jets' Joel Armia (40) celebrates after scoring against the Colorado Avalanche during third period NHL hockey action, in Winnipeg, on Monday, Jan. 18, 2016.
Winnipeg Jets' Joel Armia (40) celebrates after scoring against the Colorado Avalanche during third period NHL hockey action, in Winnipeg, on Monday, Jan.