In a stunning turn of events that has rocked the Winnipeg Jets community, Head Coach Scott Arniel has officially filed for divorce from his longtime wife Cheryl, sources close to the family confirm. The news broke late Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through both the hockey world and Jets Nation.
Fans flooded social media with disbelief, with one supporter tweeting, “First we lose a playoff series, now this? Scott’s going through overtime in life, too.”
According to an insider, the split has been “a long time coming,” citing the immense pressure and demanding schedule that comes with leading an NHL team. Arniel, who has long been known for his focus and discipline behind the bench, reportedly opened up about the decision in a private statement to close friends and staff.
“Sometimes life behind the glass takes more out of you than people realize,” Arniel explained. “Cheryl and I have shared so much, but at this stage, we both need to find peace in our own lanes.”
While neither party has spoken publicly beyond this brief message, the Jets organization released a supportive statement wishing the couple privacy and healing during this time.
Fans, meanwhile, are divided — some offering heartfelt support, others speculating on how the emotional strain might affect the team’s ongoing season.
Despite the personal turmoil, sources within the Jets locker room say Arniel remains laser-focused on keeping the team competitive. One player commented anonymously:
“He’s all business at practice. You’d never know he’s going through something like that.”
As the story continues to unfold, one thing is clear — behind every victory, every play, and every roar of the crowd, even the most composed leaders carry battles unseen.
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