selection over Kawasaki, Diaz lamented the tough decisions

Dustin Byfuglien, Michael Frolik and captain Andrew Ladd each won a Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks, and their tenures with that club may be part of the reason the Winnipeg Jets seem so comfortable playing at United Center. The Jets seek their third victory in Chicago this season and fourth straight overall as they face the rested Blackhawks on Friday night. You can listen to the game live on TSN Radio 1290 Winnipeg starting at 6pm ct/7pm pt. Winnipeg is chasing the franchises first playoff berth since 2007 when it was based in Atlanta, which would be a drastic improvement from its last-place finish in 13-14. The Jets (23-14-8) trail the Blackhawks (28-13-4) and St. Louis - which are tied for second - by four points in the Central Division and have gone 3-0-1 since dropping four of their previous five. They beat Dallas 2-1 on Thursday with goals from Frolik and Evander Kane, who has scored in three straight. Its definitely nice to get some offense going, said Kane, who has just one assist in his last six against Chicago. (Friday) is a big game. That has to be our focus. Weve had some success in that building and hopefully we can continue that. Frolik, who won the 2013 Stanley Cup with the Blackhawks, scored 20 seconds into the game in Winnipegs 1-0 victory Nov. 2 in Chicago. Byfuglien and Ladd, members of the 2010 championship squad, combined for three assists in a 5-1 road win Dec. 23. Ladd has two goals and four assists on a four-game point streak against Chicago, which has been outscored 9-2 in the last three meetings - all at United Center. They keep coming at you, Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville said. They get you disrupted, and I think thats what we saw here both times. I think we got outworked both times we played them, and you cant expect to beat them when youre just out there playing. The Blackhawks have had plenty of time to prepare for this meeting after opening a four-game homestand by beating Minnesota 4-1 on Sunday. Marian Hossa and Bryan Bickell had a goal and an assist apiece for Chicago, which has split its last six. You get two days away to get re-energized, then we had two good practices and I think theyre ready to play, Quenneville said. Were playing a team thats had some success against us twice already (at United Center). We cant let them come in here and beat us all three times. Winnipeg native Jonathan Toews has five assists over his last three, but the Blackhawks are still waiting for top prospect Teuvo Teravainen to record his first NHL point. This will be the 20-year-olds fifth contest since being recalled from the AHL, and hell start on the third line with fellow winger Patrick Sharp and center Andrew Shaw. I think Teuvo has played his best when (he and Sharp) were together, Quenneville said. Hopefully they can generate some offense. Teuvo looked like he got to (another) level and had the puck a lot more. Corey Crawford will be in net after making 36 saves against the Wild. Hes started each of the last three losses to Winnipeg while posting a 2.69 goals-against average. Michael Hutchinson recorded his only career shutout with 33 saves in the first meeting with Chicago. He could get the nod again after Ondrej Pavelec made a season-high 46 saves Thursday. Game Notes: WPG is 2-0-0 vs CHI this season, both wins in CHI, 1GA WPG has won 3 straight in CHI, 2GA Chicago: 5-4-0 past 9 games, 28GA, 20/25 on PK Toews (5A) 3 game PT streak Winnipeg: 3-0-1 past 4 games, 18GF, 3/14 on PP Perreault (6G, 3A) 5 game PT streak John Olerud Jersey . His stated reason for abruptly resigning as head coach of Canadas Olympic womens hockey team was he felt there were doubts about his ability to coach the team to Olympic gold in February. J. P. Crawford Mariners Jersey . "I honestly dont know," he said. 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Twelve months ago Jose Reyes spent part of April on the disabled list with a severely sprained left ankle but there was no clear return date in sight. On Saturday, Reyes was back from a strained left hamstring. There was greater clarity this time around. He didnt expect to be out much longer than the 15 days he was required to spend on the disabled list. Turns out he was right. "Real happy just to be back with my teammates, see my guys again," said Reyes. "More happy that Im going to be on the field, playing and doing what I love to do, just play baseball." The Blue Jays technically went 9-7 in Reyes absence but he was a non-factor on Opening Day, reinjuring the hamstring that gave him trouble during spring training while running to first base in his lead off at-bat. In fact, when Reyes took his shortstop position on Saturday afternoon it was his first time in the field this season. For manager John Gibbons, who been able to field his preferred lineup far too infrequently since the start of last year, the return of Reyes means an opportunity to reset the lineup. "Its the way its supposed to look," said Gibbons. "Hopefully he gets us going a little bit more. He adds a little bit more offence. Its good to have him back." Just as Reyes returns, the Jays formally lose Adam Lind through at least April 30 after he was placed on the disabled list with stiffness in his lower back. In steps Juan Francisco, who hit 18 home runs in 348 bats for the Atlanta Braves and Milwuakee Brewers last season. Like Lind, Francisco will be a designated hitter who can spell Edwin Encarnacion at first base. Hell likely start at first base on Sunday. Francisco can play third base in a pinch, although he didnt get the call up for his defence. Since signing a minor league deal with the Blue Jays on April 2 following his spring release by the Brewers, Francisco has posted a .341/.420/.568 slash line with two home runs and 11 RBI for the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons. Blue Jays brass wrestled with the decision, Francisco or Dan Johnson, whos also off to a strong sttart with Buffalo (.dddddddddddd318/.466/.591, three home runs, 10 RBI). "Francisco worked out, he can hit a little bit," said Gibbons. "Hes got some juice in that bat so hopefully he can add something while Lindys out." Its one of baseballs mysteries as to why a guy like Francisco cant find a permanent home in the major leagues. Hes a left-handed bat and while not a batting average or on-base machine, at 26 years old and with his fourth big league Franciscos been around long enough to be, at the very least, a contributor off the bench. "Ive got no idea," said Gibbons. "Guys that make it in the big leagues and establish themselves, there have got to be some opportunities. I know hes had some opportunities but its got to be in the right organization. Theyve got to like you. Theyve got to throw you out there no matter what. But hes got some talent. Hopefully he shows up." DIAZ READY FOR ANYTHING Now that Jose Reyes has returned, Munenori Kawasaki is back in Buffalo, and with the Blue Jays committed to giving Ryan Goins the majority of playing time at second base, especially against right-handed pitching, Jonathan Diaz settles into a utility role. Diaz hasnt played much outfield in his professional career but hes worked hard on the craft during batting practice. "Ive always loved to shag my entire career ever since I can remember," said Diaz. "Every time Im done my ground balls I go out there and power shag and I enjoy it. I feel like thats prepared me throughout my life to be ready for this opportunity." The Blue Jays transferred Maicer Izturis to the 60-day list, formalizing his protracted absence, and despite his selection over Kawasaki, Diaz lamented the tough decisions that had to be made. "I was just saying earlier, were all buddies, we all wish we could all stick around," said Diaz. "Kawasakis such a great teammate but, you know, thats the way the game goes. Luckily I was able to stick around and Im going to go out there and work hard at every position I can because I know Im going to be that guy filling in a role." ' ' '