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Every NHL team needs players who provide good value for money or outplay their salaries, and the Winnipeg Jets are no exception. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has locked up quite few players locked up to relatively team-friendly deals and has no albatross contracts (at least compared to some other clubs) hindering him.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / August 1

Jets' Dylan Samberg Voices Frustration With Kevin Cheveldayoff Shortly After Signing New Contract

Winnipeg Jets' Dylan Samberg may have just signed a new three-year deal, but he wasn't too happy with how short a term it was, and voiced his frustration.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

4 top-six forwards Maple Leafs should have on trade radar

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving wants to upgrade his top six, and in order to do so, a trade is very much expected at this point. The free-agent market is thin, and so are the Maple Leafs‘ wallets, as Treliving has just under $5 million in cap space left after the first few days of free agency.

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NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 3

Winnipeg Jets Sign Former Minnesota Wild Centerman to a One-Year Contract

The Winnipeg Jets and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff aren't done signing players yet, as the team has just locked up a former centerman of the Minnesota Wild in free agency.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Get to Know the Winnipeg Jets’ 2025 Free Agent Signings

The Winnipeg Jets, as usual, have been quiet early in NHL free agency but general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff did add seven players to the organization — five forwards, one defensemen, and one goaltender — on modest contracts.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Meet the Jets’ 2025 NHL Entry Draft Class

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff added five players to his prospect pipeline Friday and Saturday. It’s time to meet the Jets’ 2025 NHL Entry Draft class.

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 / The Hockey Writers / June 10

Jets 2025 Unrestricted Free Agent Overview

Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has six pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs) on his books who will be free to sign anywhere they please on July 1 if he does not re-sign them before then.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / June 9

Top Forward the Jets Must Target With Their First-Round Pick Revealed

An NHL analyst has revealed the top forward that the Winnipeg Jets and Kevin Cheveldayoff must absolutely select at this year's NHL Entry Draft. The 2025 NHL Entry Draft is 18 days away, and the Winnipeg Jets are preparing to draft 28th overall.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / June 9

Jets 2025 Restricted Free Agent Overview

Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has nine pending restricted free agents (RFAs) on his books this offseason. These players range from NHL stars to American Hockey League (AHL) depth players.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 23

Cheveldayoff, Nill, Zito voted finalists for Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award

Three of the best general managers in the NHL are being recognized for their work this season. On Friday, the league announced that Kevin Cheveldayoff of the Winnipeg Jets, Jim Nill of the Dallas Stars and Bill Zito of the Florida Panthers are the finalists for the 2024-25 Jim Gregory GM of the Year Award.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / May 22

Winnipeg Jets Owner Mark Chipman Releases Important End-of-Season Letter to Fans

Now that the Jets' season has come to an end, team owner Mark Chipman took the time to pen and release an important letter to all of the organization's fans.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / May 21

Kevin Cheveldayoff Drops Massive News on Nikolaj Ehlers' Future With the Jets

When Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff was asked about Nikolaj Ehlers' future, he summed it up rather bluntly: 'Jet for life or different direction.' Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff says the club will make a strong effort to keep forward Nikolaj Ehlers in Winnipeg long term.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Spun / May 17

Prayers Pouring In For NHL Star After Tragic Personal Loss

The hockey world is sending thoughts and prayers to one NHL star after some tragic personal news was announced this morning. On Saturday, Winnipeg Jets

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Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / May 17

Jets Forward’s Status Uncertain After Father’s Passing

The Winnipeg Jets have their backs against the wall heading into Saturday's Game 6 against the Dallas Stars, needing a win to stay alive when they haven't won on the road all postseason.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / April 16

Insider Makes Huge Statement About the Winnipeg Jets Ahead of the Playoffs

NHL insider Craig Button was recently on a segment of TSN where he stated that this is the time for the Winnipeg Jets to make a very deep playoff run. Few people are as passionate about hockey as TSN analyst Craig Button, especially with the Stanley Cup playoffs looming.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27

Trade-deadline primer for Jets

With the 4 Nations Face-Off now complete, the trade deadline looms large and is less than two weeks away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We continue our look around the league with the Winnipeg Jets.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 3

Jets predicted to add at the upcoming trade deadline

The Winnipeg Jets are flying toward a Central Division title thanks to a great offense and phenomenal goaltending. Their Saturday win over the Washington Capitals kept the NHL’s top record in Manitoba heading into Monday.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

The 1 position Jets could upgrade ahead of trade deadline

Despite one of the best regular-seasons in franchise history in 2023-24, the Winnipeg Jets were again unable to create any meaningful momentum in the playoffs, bowing out to the Colorado Avalanche in five games in Round 1.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 16

Jets looking to add a defenseman after historic start

No National Hockey League team in history has gotten off to a better start than the 2024-25 Winnipeg Jets — and general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff could be looking to make the team even better.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / November 16

How the Jets' long-term commitment to their core has allowed them to be successful in 2024-25

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Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / November 13