The Winnipeg Jets will reportedly return from the All-Star break down a defenseman.

Jacob Trouba is expected to be sidelined for an extended period of time with an ankle injury suffered during a shootout loss to Anaheim on Jan. 25, according to Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun.

Trouba has been a key player for the Central Division leaders, recording three goals and 20 points while averaging over 22 minutes a game in a shutdown role alongside Josh Morrissey.

Rookie Tucker Poolman is expected to take Trouba's spot in the lineup, with Dustin Byfuglien also bumped up to a larger role after recently skating on the third pairing.

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