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NHL Analyst Links Nikolaj Ehlers to One Specific Team in Free Agency

NHL analyst Justin Barry believes that Nikolaj Ehlers' time in Winnipeg is over, and he has linked the skilled forward to one specific Eastern Conference team.

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3 Free Agents the Jets Should Pursue if Ehlers Leaves

Winnipeg Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers will test unrestricted free agency after 10 seasons with the organization since being drafted ninth overall in 2014.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 29

Canadiens reportedly interested in Jordan Kyrou

Elliotte Friedman: The Vegas Golden Knights have tried to acquire Rasmus Andersson over the past week, but couldn’t get a deal worked out. Cam Robinson:

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

What do Golden Knights have planned this summer?

The Vegas Golden Knights quietly exited the playoffs this year in the second round and didn’t make many waves around the NHL off the ice either. The traditionally flashy franchise has made a habit of making big splashes during summers and trade deadlines, but has been quiet for the last 12 months.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / June 27

Elliotte Friedman Reveals Three Teams as Frontrunners to Land Nikolaj Ehlers

The list of teams interested in signing Nikolaj Ehlers on July 1st is getting smaller, and NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has just revealed the top three teams in it.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / NHL Rumors / June 27

NHL Rumors: More Nikolaj Ehlers Plus The Chicago Blackhawks

Murat Ates of The Athletic: The Winnipeg Jets appear set to deal with the inevitable fact that Nikolaj Ehlers will test free agency. After a decade in the NHL, who could blame the skilled, playmaking forward?

Nikolaj Ehlers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Jets rumors: Nikolaj Ehlers will test open market on July 1

The Winnipeg Jets won the Presidents’ Trophy for the first time in their history for their incredible 2024-25 regular season, but it ended in disappointment with a postseason loss to the Dallas Stars, and now, the Jets could be bracing themselves for more disappointment.

Winnipeg Jets News / Last Word On Sports / June 26

NHL Rumours: The Winnipeg Jets and One of their Big Free Agent Forwards

Well, well, well, we are back to Winnipeg with some fresh NHL Rumours hot off the press. If you have been following along, our rumours have been coming fast and furious lately.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Jets’ Cheveldayoff Speaks on 1st-Round Pick, Ehlers Negotiations, Toews, & Injuries Ahead of 2025 NHL Draft

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff spoke to media Thursday, one day ahead of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and four days ahead of free agency.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Report: Jets’ Nikolaj Ehlers expected to test free agency

Nikolaj Ehlers’ time with the Winnipeg Jets appears to be coming to a close. Per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Ehlers has informed the Jets that he will become an unrestricted free agent as of July 1.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 26

Is Nikolaj Ehlers the big splash the Edmonton Oilers need this offseason?

With rumblings that the Edmonton Oilers are looking to move Viktor Arvidsson, Evander Kane has already been traded, and the unlikely scenario that they re-sign Jeff Skinner, top-six wingers are going to be a main target for the team in July.

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NHL News / The Cannon / June 24

Waddell’s Wishlist: Nikolaj Ehlers is the free agency consolation prize

Leading up to the 2025 NHL Draft on June 27-28, we will explore both trade targets and free agent targets that Don Waddell may want to explore in his quest to improve the Blue Jackets for next season.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / June 23

Elliotte Friedman Reveals Concerning Winnipeg Jets Update Regarding Nikolaj Ehlers

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman revealed a concerning update regarding the contract negotiations between the Winnipeg Jets and Nikolaj Ehlers. The Winnipeg Jets splashed big with a signing, inking three-time Stanley Cup champion and Conn Smythe Trophy winner Jonathan Toews to a contract loaded with bonuses.

Boston Bruins News / Bruins After Dark / June 23

Boston Bruins must turn to Nikolaj Ehlers as top player’s exit creates a glaring gap

The Boston Bruins are in the market for a skilled winger, and with Nikolaj Ehlers expected to test free agency, there’s growing belief Boston will be among the first to make a call.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / Breakaway on SI / June 23

Hurricanes Perfect Fit for Nikolaj Ehlers

The Carolina Hurricanes are in position to be an aggressive spender when the free agency window opens on July 1. The Hurricanes were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Finals by the eventual Stanley Cup winners, the Florida Panthers.

Winnipeg Jets News / Inside The Rink / June 21

Ehlers and Niederreiter Selected to Respective Olympic Teams

Winnipeg Jets forwards Nikolaj Ehlers and Nino Niederreiter were selected to represent Team Denmark and Switzerland. The two forwards were among the first six players named to their national teams on Monday for next February’s Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / June 19

NHL Insider Darren Dreger Reveals Big Hint Where Nikolaj Ehlers Could Sign Next

NHL insider Darren Dreger has revealed that Nikolaj Ehlers would prefer playing in a quieter city, which gives Winnipeg a huge advantage over Toronto or Montreal.

NHL News / The Win Column / June 18

Flames free agency target: Nikolaj Ehlers

With the Stanley Cup playoffs reaching their end, the offseason is now in full swing. Besides the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, free agency will be another anticipated event.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Will Nikolaj Ehlers return to the Jets?

One of the lesser talked about free agents this summer, particularly on the higher end of the market, is Nikolaj Ehlers. The Danish winger has spent all ten seasons of his career with the Winnipeg Jets, but all signs seem to point to him going to market.

NHL News / House of Hockey / June 16

Metro Division Team Tied to Nikolaj Ehlers After Trying to Trade for Him Last Year

The New York Islanders are tied to pending UFA Winnipeg Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers after unsuccessfully trying to swing a trade for him last year. The New York Islanders are set to have a major opportunity in free agency to land a top-line forward that they've already unsuccessfully tried to acquire in the past.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 11