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CTV News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Whiteout Party returns to downtown Winnipeg
Winnipeg Watch CTV's Taylor Brock sets up the Game 5 Whiteout Street Party in downtown Winnipeg.
CTV News
12-05-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
‘I don't trust it': Winnipeggers struggling to find legit Whiteout Party tickets
Fans celebrate after the Winnipeg Jets score during Game 7 against the St. Louis Blues at a Whiteout Street Party in Winnipeg on May 4, 2025 (CTV News Winnipeg)
National Post
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Jets fans going wild after Winnipeg KFC rebrands store: ‘KYLE F****** CONNOR'
Article content You wouldn't usually think that a hockey player would want to be associated with chicken, but this is a special occasion. Article content Article content A KFC restaurant in Winnipeg has rebranded to honour Jets star Kyle Connor as the team battles against the Dallas Stars in the second round of the NHL playoffs. Article content The restaurant, located in the city's west end, has posted new signs that feature a cartoon likeness of the high-scoring winger in place of Colonel Sanders' iconic mug. Article content KFC also gave out their famous buckets – also featuring Connor's likeness – to fans to wear during Game 2 of their series on Friday night at Canada Life Centre. Article content Article content The marketing campaign came about from Connor's 'KFC' nickname – short for 'Kyle F****** Connor' – and the chants of Jets fans during games. The white buckets also add to the team's 'Whiteout' tradition during home playoff tilts. Article content Article content 'We're always looking to show up in a way that's bold, creative, and with a distinct local relevance,' Lauren Pottie, a market manager KFC Canada, said in a press release. 'The Whiteout is such an iconic ritual – full of pride, passion and community spirit. Partnering with the Winnipeg Jets – and Kyle 'KFC' Connor – felt like a natural connection to bring something fun and memorable to the table, literally.' Article content In case you were wondering, Conner's middle name actually is David – but hockey fans certainly are willing to let that slide. Article content Article content Kyle F****** Connor‼️ A Kyle Connor themed KFC opened in Winnipeg to celebrate the Jets second-round series 🍗 (via @kfc_canada) — B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) May 9, 2025 Article content 'This is so awesome lmao cheering for the Jets until they make it to the finals,' one user commented on Reddit. Article content Article content While the Jets were able to score a 4-0 win in Game 2 at home on Friday, the Stars went up 2-1 in the series with a 5-2 win in Dallas on Sunday. Article content
Edmonton Journal
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Jets fans going wild after Winnipeg KFC rebrands store: ‘KYLE F****** CONNOR'
Article content KFC also gave out their famous buckets – also featuring Connor's likeness – to fans to wear during Game 2 of their series on Friday night at Canada Life Centre. The marketing campaign came about from Connor's 'KFC' nickname – short for 'Kyle F****** Connor' – and the chants of Jets fans during games. The white buckets also add to the team's 'Whiteout' tradition during home playoff tilts. 'We're always looking to show up in a way that's bold, creative, and with a distinct local relevance,' Lauren Pottie, a market manager KFC Canada, said in a press release. 'The Whiteout is such an iconic ritual – full of pride, passion and community spirit. Partnering with the Winnipeg Jets – and Kyle 'KFC' Connor – felt like a natural connection to bring something fun and memorable to the table, literally.' In case you were wondering, Conner's middle name actually is David – but hockey fans certainly are willing to let that slide. B/R Open Ice shared a video of a visit to the restaurant, saying, 'The new signs look great, KFC go off and go Jets go.'
Associated Press
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
KFC Canada Suits Up for the Whiteout with Kyle ‘F' Connor Bucket Takeover
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, May 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This playoff season, KFC Canada goes full Whiteout to celebrate Jets pride – bucket style. In a bold tribute to Winnipeg's legendary playoff tradition, KFC dropped a custom-designed Whiteout bucket for Game 2 tonight at Canada Life Centre, with one unmistakable facelift: Jets left-winger and fan favourite, Kyle Connor – aka 'KFC' himself. It's a fan-fueled fusion of hockey pride and fried chicken glory, made to rally the city up for the team's playoff run. The custom-designed KFConnor bucket was handed out to fans inside the arena to wear for Game 2. As a proud partner of the Winnipeg Jets, KFC is bringing the hype beyond the bucket – replacing the iconic Colonel branded signs outside the restaurant at 1275 Portage Avenue with the KFConnor bucket design. The KFConnor bucket will also take over KFC Canada's social channels and pop up across the city in bold, can't miss advertising – continuing to fuel Whiteout pride across the city. ' We're always looking to show up in a way that's bold, creative, and with a distinct local relevance,' said Lauren Pottie, Senior Manager, Media, Partnerships & Regional Marketing at KFC Canada. ' The Whiteout is such an iconic ritual – full of pride, passion and community spirit. Partnering with the Winnipeg Jets – and Kyle 'KFC' Connor – felt like a natural connection to bring something fun and memorable to the table, literally.' The Whiteout isn't the only thing heating up the streets – KFC Canada is serving up game-day energy all playoffs long with two unbeatable deals. Fans can score the iconic Big Crunch sandwich for just $4.95 on Jets game days at participating Winnipeg KFC locations. For fans across the country, it's Chicken Night in Canada with the Game Night Bundle delivering big-time flavour for just $35. Packed with 6 pieces of Original Recipe Chicken, 6 Hot Wings, Large Popcorn Chicken, Large Fries, and 3 Dips, it's made for sharing—and made for game day. Both offers are the perfect way to rally the crew, fuel up, and turn every game into a celebration. Because nothing brings people together coast-to-coast like crispy chicken, playoff passion and a shot at glory. Imagery for download here. About KFC Canada Founded by Colonel Harland Sanders in 1952, KFC is the world's most popular chain of chicken restaurants. To this day, the Colonel's own blend of 11 herbs and spices is used to season our Original Recipe® chicken and remains a very closely guarded secret. While KFC's specialty is our famous Original Recipe® chicken, KFC also features a variety of freshly prepared sandwiches and wraps, on the go snack items, home-style sides, desserts and beverages. Today Kentucky Fried Chicken Canada Company (KFC Canada) is a subsidiary of YUM! Brands, Inc., which operates more than 23,000 restaurants in more than 140 countries and territories around the world. KFC Canada has more than 600 locations right here in Canada. To learn more about KFC Canada, visit our website About Winnipeg Jets The Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club is a National Hockey League (NHL) franchise passionately supported by one of the most fervent hockey markets in the world. Leveraging the Winnipeg Jets brand that dates back 40+ years, the current franchise is focused on and committed to a long-term draft and develop strategy. From the capacity crowds at Canada Life Centre, to the 'True North' shout-out during the national anthem, the Winnipeg Jets are a cherished hockey brand that has been embraced by both our regional market and hockey fans around the world. For media inquiries, images, or interviews, please contact: Aaron Short [email protected] 905-442-1923 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
