Toews Returns: Inspiring Comeback Story – RDS
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- * Jonathan Toews' Return: Toews returned to the NHL after a 910-day absence.
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* Jonathan Toews‘ Return: Toews returned to the NHL after a 910-day absence. He is playing his first game at the Bell Center in almost 4 years.
* Health Issues: His absence was due to health problems related to long-term COVID-19 adn systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS).
* Current Performance: While his return isn’t “perfect,” he’s demonstrating resilience. He acknowledges it’s been more difficult than anticipated.
* Statistics: He has 3 goals and 6 assists in 25 games. His faceoff success rate is 63.2%, but his shot conversion rate is a career-low 8.1%.
* Past Role & Current team: He was previously captain of the Chicago Blackhawks during their three Stanley Cup wins, which created high expectations.He joined the Winnipeg Jets and doesn’t feel pressure to be a “savior” due to the team’s existing leadership.
* Mentality: He’s trying to maintain a leadership mentality similar to his time as captain, but acknowledges it’s taking time to find his place on the Jets.
* Coach’s Outlook: coach Scott Arniel notes the NHL is faster now than when Toews last played and praises his wisdom and planning.