Jets head coach Rick Bowness has stepped away from the team effective immediately

Per the Jets' official PR account on Twitter/X, Judy Bowness had suffered a seizure and has been admitted to hospital. The team has approved a leave of absence for Bowness, with associate coach Scott Arniel stepping in and taking over as interim coach while Bowness focuses on his family.

The long-time NHL coach is in his 2nd season as bench boss in Winnipeg. He posted a 46-33-3 record with the Jets last season, losing in the 1st round to the Vegas Golden Knights, who went on to win their first Stanley Cup in 2022-23.

We'd like to wish Rick and his family all the best as his wife undergoes additional testing. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.