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Cole Perfetti will be calling Winnipeg home for the foreseeable future after the 24-year-old signed a five-year, $30 million contract extension with the Jets last week — and he is hoping the same can still be said for teammate Connor Hellebuyck.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 20

Jets star Cole Perfetti gets real on decision to sign $30 million deal in Winnipeg

The Winnipeg Jets signed forward Cole to a five-year, $30 million contract extension last Wednesday, carrying an average annual value of $6 million, keeping the Whitby, Ont.

Winnipeg Jets News / EasySportz / July 17

Perfetti Fit in Winnipeg

Cole Perfetti Signed a 5 year $30M ($6M AAV) Contract to stay in Winnipeg Perfetti Fit in Winnipeg The 24-year-old left winger is coming off a 32-point season in 68 games, missing 14 games after spraining his ankle in the Jets’ final preseason game last year.

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Are the Jets Smart to Be Paying for Cole Perfetti's Future?

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Winnipeg Jets News / Field Level Media / July 15

Jets, F Cole Perfetti avoid arbitration with 5-year, $30M deal

The Winnipeg Jets signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year, $30 million contract on Wednesday and avoided an arbitration hearing. Perfetti, 24, filed for arbitration as a restricted free agent on July 5, with a hearing date to be announced.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Should the Oilers Lock Up Matt Savoie Now? The Perfetti Comparison Provides an Answer

Matt Savoie just finished a rookie season that mirrors, almost point for point, the platform year that led the Winnipeg Jets to their new deal with Cole Perfetti.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Winnipeg Jets Re-Sign Cole Perfetti to 5-Year Contract With $6 Million AAV

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year deal with a $6 million average annual value (AAV) as per Elliotte Friedman. Perfetti was a restricted free agent with an arbitration hearing set for July 20.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Jets Take Risk with Cole Perfetti, Locking Him Up on a 5-Year Deal

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year, $30 million contract with a $6 million cap hit, locking up the 24-year-old through the 2030-31 season and buying out his remaining restricted free-agent years.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Jets sign Cole Perfetti to five-year contract

Another talented player has managed to avoid arbitration. The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year contract. The deal will carry an AAV of $6 million through the 2031-32 season.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15

Jets To Sign Cole Perfetti To Five-Year Contract

The Winnipeg Jets won’t need arbitration to find a new contract for their most important restricted free agent, after all. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Jets have signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year, $30MM ($6MM AAV) contract.

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NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets, New Jersey Devils may not be done with their offseason maneuvering

Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press: Cole Perfetti had said during his exit interview that he wants to be part of their long-term solution, so they should be able to reach a deal before arbitration.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / July 5

Report: Jets’ Cole Perfetti to file for abitration

The list of eligible restricted free agents opting to file for arbitration ahead of the deadline of 5:00 PM Eastern on Sunday appears poised to grow by one.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 4

Jets/Blue Jackets Gameday: Bowness, Perfetti & More

Despite playing some of their worst hockey under head coach Rick Bowness, the Columbus Blue Jackets remain in the heat of the playoff race in the Eastern Conference.

Winnipeg Jets News / Field Level Media / March 28

Cole Perfetti's late goal lifts Jets over Avalanche

Cole Perfetti scored a go-ahead goal with 5:11 left in the third period, Connor Hellebuyck made 21 saves and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-2 in Denver to gain ground in the Western Conference playoff race.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / February 19

Could Cole Perfetti Be the Jets’ Big Trade Chip?

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Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / November 9

Jets’ Cole Perfetti to make regular-season debut against Ducks

Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel told reporters ahead of Sunday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks that forward Cole Perfetti will be making his 2025-26 NHL regular-season debut.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Jets’ Cole Perfetti out week-to-week with ankle sprain

Cole Perfetti will miss the start of the 2025-26 season, with the Winnipeg Jets forward set to be out week-to-week with an ankle sprain. The 23-year-old Perfetti appeared to have suffered the injury during the Jets’ preseason game last Friday against the Calgary Flames.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 4

Jets' standout forward potentially out with long-term injury

Friday's preseason shootout victory proved costly for the Winnipeg Jets, as young standout forward Cole Perfetti left with a lower-body issue.

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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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 4, 2025

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Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / September 24, 2024

Jets’ Perfetti Focused on Hockey, Proving Himself, After Signing New Contract

Cole Perfetti has quickly shifted his focus to the ice after inking a two-year bridge deal on Monday, Sept. 23 worth $3.25 million annually to end a contract stalemate.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 23, 2024

Winnipeg Jets sign former top-10 pick to two-year deal

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NHL News / Hockey Patrol / August 25, 2024

Maple Leafs eye rare chance to bring top prospect back home

The Toronto Maple Leafs have an opportunity to bring Cole Perfetti to Ontario, his home province. The Maple Leafs have yet to sign forward Nick Robertson, and are unlikely to as the winger requested to be traded earlier in the summer.