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The Winnipeg Jets does not get nearly as much respect as it deserves across the league (surprise surprise). Models like HockeyProspecting have the Jets sitting at 25th in the league, but in reality it is better than that.

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NHL Analyst Links Jets to Shocking Reunion With Their Former Star Under One Condition

NHL analyst Jake Tye of 'The Hockey News' believes the Jets could bring back their former star Jacob Trouba, but under the condition that he takes a big pay cut.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / July 24

Do the Jets have more moves on the horizon?

After a Presidents’ Trophy-winning regular season and a solid, but disappointing playoff outing for the Winnipeg Jets in 2024-25, they haven’t exactly had the offseason to get hopes high for a repeat of that success, or even build on it.

Gabriel Vilardi News / Hockey Latest / July 24

Gabriel Vilardi Gets Brutally Honest About Reasons Free Agents Avoid Signing in Winnipeg

Newly signed Jets' Gabriel Vilardi got brutally honest about why free agents avoid Winnipeg, and he said the cold weather makes players not want to explore it.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / July 24

Jets Forward Pushes Back on False Narrative

In any sport, there's always a lot of talk as to which teams players want to play for, and which ones they don't. When it comes to the NHL, the "attractive" teams usually have some combination of warm weather, a good spotlight that's not too overwhelming and a winning culture.

Gabriel Vilardi News / Daily Faceoff / July 23

Jets’ new deal for Gabe Vilardi makes sense for both sides

A big extension for a rising star looks to be a good deal for both sides. Last Friday, the Winnipeg Jets locked in forward Gabriel Vilardi to a six-year contract, which will carry an AAV of $7.5 million through the 2030-31 season.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 23

Jets Facing Massive Price Tag to Keep Kyle Connor as Frank Seravalli Reveals Expected Salary

NHL insider Frank Seravalli revealed that if the Jets want to keep Kyle Connor long-term, they will need to fork over $11 to $12 million per season for him.

Nathan Beaulieu News / Hockey Latest / July 23

Former Winnipeg Jets Defenceman Announces His Retirement at Young Age of 32

Former Winnipeg Jets defenseman Nathan Beaulieu has unexpectedly announced his retirement from the NHL at the very young age of 32. Former Winnipeg Jets defenceman Nathan Beaulieu has retired from pro hockey at age 32, the NHLPA announced.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 23

NHL Analyst Links Winnipeg Jets to 6-Foot-6 Stanley Cup Champion Defenseman in Free Agency

NHL analyst Jake Tye of 'The Hockey News' believes the Jets could be in a strong position to target Niko Mikkola if he hits free agency next summer. The 2026 NHL offseason could potentially be the most revolutionary in years.

Cole Perfetti News / Hockey Latest / July 22

NHL Analyst Provides Update on Cole Perfetti's Future With Winnipeg Jets

NHL analyst Eric Cruikshank revealed the salary it will take to sign Cole Perfetti, and signing him will depend on whether they feel he's a key part of the future.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 22

Jets Face Ticking Clock to Sign Star Defenseman as NHL Sets Arbitration Deadline Date

The dates have been set, and the Jets and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff have to work quickly to sign Dylan Samberg before he heads to arbitration on July 30th.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / July 21

Kyle Connor’s Future Tied to Another Winger’s Contract Negotiation?

As the NHL offseason unfolds, and word is that Adrian Kempe is potentially asking for as much as $10 million per season on an extension with the Los Angeles Kings, questions in Winnipeg surround future contract negotiations with star forward Kyle Connor.

Gabriel Vilardi News / Hockey Latest / July 21

Gabriel Vilardi Reveals Reason He Made Major Commitment to Winnipeg with Six-Year Deal

Newly-signed Winnipeg Jets' Gabriel Vilardi spoke to the media today and revealed he re-signed with the team because it feels like home and he can win with them.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / July 21

Jets in Freefall: NHL Analyst Reveals Whether Winnipeg Can Win After Losing Key Players

NHL analyst Jake Tye from 'The Hockey News' believes that despite losing several key players this offseason, the Jets should still be a force next season.

Gabriel Vilardi News / The Hockey Writers / July 20

Jets Get Excellent Value in Vilardi Signing

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff pulled off a tidy bit of work Friday in locking up forward Gabriel Vilardi to a six-year extension worth $7.5 million per year.

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Winnipeg Jets News / House of Hockey / July 19

1100-Game NHL Veteran and Longtime Winnipeg Jet Hangs Up the Skates

Blake Wheeler had a fantastic career over many years with the Winnipeg Jets, and now the 38-year old has made his retirement from the NHL official. Way

Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / July 19

Former Jets Captain Announces Retirement

Former Winnipeg Jets captain Blake Wheeler is retiring after 16 NHL seasons, he announced on Wednesday's edition of "Jets at Noon." “More or less, right after last year knew I was all done,” Wheeler said.

Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / July 19

Jets Crush Latest Superstar Signing

The Winnipeg Jets finalized an agreement with forward Gabe Vilardi, signing him to a six-year contract with an average annual value of $7.5 million. The

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18

Jets sign forward Parker Ford to two-year contract

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Parker Ford to a two-year, two-way, $1.625MM contract. The deal will carry an $812.5K salary at the NHL level. Ford entered restricted free agency this summer after spending the last three seasons on an entry-level contract.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Jets Re-Sign Vilardi To 6-Year Deal with $7.5 Million AAV

The Winnipeg Jets’ “Vilardi Party” will continue for the next half-dozen seasons as the team has signed the budding star forward to a six-year contract

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18

Jets sign forward Gabriel Vilardi to massive contract extension

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Gabriel Vilardi to a six-year, $45MM contract extension. The deal was first reported by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

Former NHLer Jaroslav Halak retires after 17 seasons

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Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 18