Why We Play

I’m playing for my grandpa Augie Nieto who fought in World War II. I’m also playing for all the men and women who are currently fighting overseas preserving this wonderful nation. — Goaltender Garrett Nieto

I play for my family members who served, as well as the rest of those who put their lives on the line every day for our freedom and liberty. — Defenseman Sean Driscoll

I am playing for all the men and women who sacrifice everything to protect and serve our great country. Without them, none of this would be possible, and I’m forever grateful for everything they do. Thank you. — Forward Brenden MacLaren

I play for all of the brave men and women who sacrifice their lives day in and day out to let us live freely in the best country in the world and play the great game of hockey. Thank you. — Forward TJ Polglaze

I am playing for my grandpa and uncle. Both h ave dedicated their lives to serve their country and protect our freedom. — Forward Matt Barbolini

I play for the brave men and women who sacrifice their lives to make America the greatest country in the world. — Defenseman John Pesek

I play for all of the American soldiers who lost their lives defending our great nation. Also, for my great uncles Patrick and Joe Papalia who served many brave years. — Defenseman Carter Ekberg

I play for the great soldiers who sacrifice their lives for our freedom. I play for my best friend Ellis who is now serving in the U.S. Navy, and I play for my dad, who served right out of high school. — Forward Logan Ommen

I am playing for the men and women who serve and protect our country. — Forward Justin Bofshever

I am playing for my dad, who served in the Marine Corps. — Forward Sam Renlund

I play for the men and women who sacrifice for our country. I can’t express enough how grateful I am for these amazing individuals and all they do for our country. — Defenseman Grant Anderson

I’m playing for one of my best friends, Devin T. Hayes, who recently enlisted in the United States Navy. — Forward Benji Eckerle

I play for all the soldiers fighting in the U.S. Army. — Goaltender Daniel Lebedeff

I’m playing for all the men and women who have and are serving this country, and for my grandpa, who served and passed away. They’re the reason I get to play this amazing game. They’re the real heroes. — Forward Nathan Solis

I play for those who have served in my family, those who have given their lives, and those who will in the future for our freedom. — Defenseman Matt Doyle

I play for those who risked their lives for this country so I can play the best game on Earth. — Defenseman Philip Bjorkman

I am playing for the men and women who have and are serving this country. — Forward Jakov Novak

I am playing for all the men and women who sacrificed their life for this country’s freedom. — Forward Erik Palmqvist

I play for my grandpa Waynne who flew fighter planes in WWII, and for all men and women in the active service. Thank you. — Defenseman Alec Semandel

This weekend I will be playing for all the brave men and women who left their family to fight for our country. — Forward Christophe Fillion

I’m playing for all the families that have lost a loved one serving the greatest country in the world. Nothing compares to what your men and women do, but hopefully the Jets can work just as hard this weekend in our Salute to Service benefit. Thank you. — Forward Kip Hoffmann

I am playing for my grandpa, who served overseas during the Vietnam War as a Marine. — Forward Matt Hanewall

I am playing for all of the current members and veterans who have served in the military. I’m very thankful to be able to play the best sport in the world because of the sacrifices all of you have made! Thank you. — Forward Jordan Steinmetz

I play for all the brave men and women who serve our country. I also play for my two grandpas that once served for this great country. — Forward Simon Sagissor