Downtown Winnipeg is forecast to be hit by a spring whiteout soon, but the shovels can stay in the shed — this storm needs pompoms, boas and a lot of creativity.
The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs begin April 19, and the Jets, who clinched their spot back on March 25, are inviting their fans to one of the most envied parties in pro sports: the Winnipeg whiteout.
“Manitobans are used to whiteouts, but let’s be honest, the ones that hit us in April are undoubtedly our favourite kind,” said Sara Orlesky, a senior host and producer for the Winnipeg Jets on TSN.
“Of course, there’s the hockey, but it’s the pride and spirit … of our city that elevates Manitoba’s playoff experience to the legendary celebration that it has…