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Winnipeg Jets Sign Stuart Skinner to a 2-Year Deal

The Winnipeg Jets have found their answer in goal if they decide to move on from Connor Hellebuyck, agreeing to terms with Stuart Skinner on a two-year contract worth $3.75 million annually.

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Stuart Skinner News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Jets sign Stuart Skinner to two-year contract

A notable move between the pipes in Manitoba. On the opening day of NHL free agency on Wednesday, the Winnipeg Jets announced that the team has signed goaltender Stuart Skinner to a two-year contract.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Stuart Skinner Signs with Jets, Does This Impact a Connor Hellebuyck Trade?

The Winnipeg Jets have signed goaltender Stuart Skinner to a new two-year deal in free agency. The former Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins netminder goes to the Jets, where the team is actively engaged in conversations to trade Connor Hellebuyck.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Free Agent Focus: Winnipeg Jets

Free agency is now just hours away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / June 30

5 Surprising Things About Jets' Dale Hawerchuk’s Rookie Season

There are rookie seasons, and then there are seasons that change the direction of a franchise. Dale Hawerchuk’s first year with the Winnipeg Jets wasn’t just impressive.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Insider Teases Major Update on Hellebuyck Trade Status

Keep your eyes peeled for a Connor Hellebuyck trade, suggests NHL insider Kevin Weekes. The ESPN analyst likes to drop hints, along with eye emojis. These are usually precursors to big trades, the biggest of the summer potentially being a Hellebuyck deal.

Ilya Bryzgalov News / Professor Press Box / June 29

'Lost in the Woods:' Ilya Bryzgalov and the Psychology of a Goalie Collapse

October 17, 2011 is remembered, if it is remembered at all in the broader arc of NHL history, as one of those nights where structure simply gave up. In

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 29

Jets acquire Jack St. Ivany from Penguins for David Gustafsson

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Winnipeg Jets are making a minor player swap ahead of free agency, as the Jets are acquiring defenseman Jack St. Ivany from the Pens in exchange for center David Gustafsson.

Jack St. Ivany News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 29

Winnipeg Jets Acquire Jack St. Ivany

The Winnipeg Jets and Pittsburgh Penguins have swapped a couple of depth pieces ahead of free agency. According to an announcement from Winnipeg, the Jets have acquired defenseman Jack St.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / June 28

Connor Hellebuyck Approved a Failed Jets Draft Deal with Sabres — What Now?

The Winnipeg Jets reportedly had a deal in the works with the Buffalo Sabres for goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Conflicting reports try to explain why the deal fell apart, but most believe the return included the No.

Kevin Cheveldayoff News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Meet the Jets’ 2026 NHL Entry Draft Class

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff added seven players to his prospect pipeline Friday and Saturday in Buffalo. It was the first time since 2022 he had more than five picks and the first time since 2016 he had a pick within the top 10.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / June 27

Jets Pick Viggo Bjorck at No. 8: 2 Positives & 2 Questions

The Winnipeg Jets didn’t overthink it at eighth overall, grabbing Viggo Bjorck, an undersized but high-octane centre whose pace and competitiveness tend to translate at every level.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Jets select Viggo Björck No. 8 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

He may be one of the smallest centers in the 2026 NHL Draft class, but he’s arguably the most talented, too. The Winnipeg Jets selected Viggo Björck, 18, with the No.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 25

Jets’ promising forward inks $1.85 million extension

The Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday signed forward Isak Rosen to a two-year contract extension worth $1.85 million, carrying an average annual value of $925,000 beginning in the 2026-27 season.

Isak Rosen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24

Jets Sign Isak Rosen To Two-Year Extension

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Isak Rosen to a two-year, $1.85MM contract extension. The deal will carry an annual average value of $925K. Winnipeg acquired Rosen from the Buffalo Sabres ahead of the Trade Deadline in a move that sent defensemen Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn to the Sabres.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 22

How would a Connor Hellebuyck trade compare to other historic NHL superstar goalie moves?

There have been big goalie trades before in the NHL. Two of the greatest goaltenders in the history of the league — Dominik Hasek and Patrick Roy — were traded during their careers.

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Harrison Blaisdell News / Inside The Rink / June 18

ECHL: Harrison Blaisdell Heads Overseas

Allen Americans forward Harrison Blaisdell is heading overseas to Sweden to join BIK Karlskoga (HA) after spending two seasons in the ECHL. Blaisdell, 25, had a breakout year with the Americans, putting up 32 goals and 26 assists for 58 points while playing in all 72 games during the 2025-26 season.