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Jets Re-Sign Bauer to 1-Year, 2-Way Contract

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed defenseman Tyrel Bauer to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal is worth $775,000 in the NHL, $100,000 in the American Hockey League (AHL), and has a $125,000 guarantee, as per Ken Wiebe.

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Winnipeg Jets Sign Big 6-Foot-3 Defenseman to New Contract

The Winnipeg Jets have signed big 6-foot-3 defenseman Tyrel Bauer to a new two-way contract, which was announced by GM Kevin Cheveldayoff. The Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club announced today they have agreed to terms with big 6-foot-3 defenceman Tyrel Bauer on a one-year, two-way contract with an average annual value in the NHL of $775,000.

Morgan Barron News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Jets sign Morgan Barron to two-year deal

On Monday, the Winnipeg Jets agreed to terms on a two-year contract with forward Morgan Barron, avoiding arbitration. The deal will carry an AAV of $1.85 million through the 2026-27 season.

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Morgan Barron News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Jets Re-Sign Barron to 2-Year Deal With $1.85 Million AAV

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed forward Morgan Barron to a two-year with a $1.85 million average annual value (AAV), according to Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 13

NHL Analyst Reveals Reason why Ducks Star Centerman Could Waive No-Trade Clause for Jets

NHL analyst Adam Proteau of The Hockey News revealed Ducks' Mikael Granlund could waive his no-trade clause in order to play with a Cup contender like the Jets.

Jonathan Toews News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

Jets’ Jonathan Toews Is Getting a Fresh Start by Coming Home to Winnipeg

It’s not every day a hockey legend returns home, but for Jonathan Toews, signing with the Winnipeg Jets is more than just a contract—it’s a full-circle moment.

Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / July 12

Winnipeg Jets Sign Five Players to Two-Way Contract

The Winnipeg Jets signed five players to identical one-year, two-way contracts on Wednesday, July 2nd, to help bolster the team’s depth and American Hockey League affiliate, the Manitoba Moose.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 12

NHL Analyst Links Winnipeg Jets to Three Remaining Unrestricted Free Agents

NHL analyst Declan Schroeder of 'The Hockey Writers' has linked three unrestricted free agents to the Winnipeg Jets over the next few weeks. Now that the free-agent mania has subsided and top names are largely signed, a few effective forwards are still out there, men who would otherwise shore up depth and secondary scoring.

Isaak Phillips News / Daily Faceoff / July 11

Jets sign defenseman Isaak Phillips to two-year contract

On Friday, the Winnipeg Jets announced that the team has re-signed defenseman Isaak Phillips to a two-year, two-way contract. The deal carries an NHL AAV of $812,500 through the 2026-27 season.

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Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

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Free-agent frenzy has died down significantly and most of the high-profile unrestricted free agents (UFAs) are off the board. However, there are still useful players available for teams looking for more depth and secondary offence.

Mason Appleton News / Hockey Latest / July 11

Former Jets Forward Reveals Why He Abandoned Winnipeg For a New Opportunity in Detroit

The Jets lost Mason Appleton to the Red Wings this offseason, and the former Winnipeg forward revealed he is from Wisconsin and feels closer to home now.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 10

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The Winnipeg Jets were the top team in the NHL during the 2024-25 regular season, taking home the President’s Trophy. Still, they would fall to the Dallas Stars in the second round of the playoffs.

Gustav Nyquist News / Hockey Latest / July 9

Gustav Nyquist Reveals the 'Rare Reason' he Decided to Sign With Jets

The Winnipeg Jets signed Gustav Nyquist to a contract during the opening days of free agency, and he revealed he has a rare shot at winning the Stanley Cup.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Jets’ 2025 Free Agency Class: Who’s Re-Signed, Who’s Gone, & Who’s Left

July 1 marked the opening of NHL Free Agency and the Winnipeg Jets, like all teams, had a number unrestricted free agents (UFAs) restricted free agents (RFAs) on their books.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 8

Winnipeg Jets Organization Announces Signings of a Defenseman and Two Forwards

The Winnipeg Jets organization announced the signings of Dylan Anhorn, Tyson Empey, and Reece Vitelli to the Manitoba Moose, as per Murat Ates. The Manitoba Moose roster underwent quite a number of changes last week, with all of the depth additions the Winnipeg Jets made during the start of the free-agency period.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Ex-Jets Nikolaj Ehlers pens heartfelt letter to Winnipeg after joining Hurricanes

Nikolaj Ehlers has officially closed a memorable chapter with the Winnipeg Jets, sharing a heartfelt letter with fans and teammates after signing with the Carolina Hurricanes.

Mason Shaw News / Inside The Rink / July 7

Mason Shaw Re-Signs in Winnipeg

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed forward Mason Shaw to a one-year, two-way contract worth an average annual value in the NHL of $775,000. Shaw is coming off his first season in the Winnipeg Jets organization, playing for the Manitoba Moose and posting a team-leading 37 points (17G, 20A) in 72 games.

Jonathan Toews News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Jonathan Toews breaks silence after signing with Jets

The Winnipeg Jets won the Presidents’ Trophy as the best team in the NHL during the 2024-25 regular season, but they came crashing down in the playoffs in the second round in a six-game loss to the Dallas Stars.

Gustav Nyquist News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Grading Gustav Nyquist’s 1-year, $3.25 million contract with Jets

The Winnipeg Jets are coming off winning the President’s Trophy this past season, but would fall to the Dallas Stars in the second round of the playoffs.

Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / July 6

Jets Winger Ready for Next Step

The Winnipeg Jets lost a valuable member of their team when winger Nikolaj Ehlers departed the organization and signed with the Carolina Hurricanes. The former first-round pick has recorded 20+ goals eight times in his NHL career, leaving a sizable gap in the team's top six.

Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / July 5

Jets Have Two Offseason Tasks Remaining

The Winnipeg Jets have been surprisingly quiet this summer. After capturing a Central Division title before a second-round elimination in the postseason, Winnipeg’s big offseason moves were signing veteran forwards Jonathan Toews and Gustav Nyquist to one-year contracts.

Mason Shaw News / Daily Faceoff / July 3

Jets sign forward Mason Shaw to one-year contract

The Winnipeg Jets have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with unrestricted free agent forward Mason Shaw, the club announced Thursday afternoon. Shaw, 26, spent the entirety of the 2024-25 season with the Manitoba Moose, the Jets’ AHL affiliate, collecting 17 goals and 37 points in 72 games.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3

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The Carolina Hurricanes continued their strong offseason on Thursday by signing free agent forward Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract.

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