The Winnipeg NHLers are a professional ice hockey team based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). The team is commonly referred to as the JETS, which is the answer to the crossword puzzle question. The JETS were founded in 1972 and have been playing in the NHL since 1979. They have won two division championships and have made the playoffs several times.