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January 24, 2013

Mark Scheifele's time with Winnipeg Jets growing short

Likely to be sent back to junior after the weekend

By PAUL FRIESEN, QMI Agency

Jets forward Mark Scheifele fires a shot during a skate in Winnipeg, Man., Jan. 12, 2013. (BRIAN DONOGH/QMI Agency)

WINNIPEG - If you see Mark Scheifele around town this weekend, you might want to say good-bye.

Because first thing Monday morning, after he plays his fifth game of the season for the Winnipeg Jets against the Islanders, Sunday night, the 19-year-old will likely be on a plane back to his junior team in Barrie, Ont..

All the signs are there. The decision’s been made.

Chances are it was made before training camp even began.