This meeting under normal circumstances would have been nothing more than a formality as he tours the league, however, there is an underlying issue with the Winnipeg Jets that became front and centre which led the fan base to believe this was more.
Inflationary issues with the higher costs of food, rent and even hockey expenses for the average fan have gone through the roof which has led many fans not to renew their season tickets or buy single tickets.
As he began the press conference he reminded everyone that the franchise is strong and will be fine for now, but after losing their franchise already once in the 90s, it doesn't surprise me that the fans are a little nervous after this visit.