Winnipeg Jets exclusive signing rights to former prospect Anton Johannesson have expired
Photo Credit: Colby Spence (Illegal Curve)
As per the folks at CapFriendly the Jets had until 4 pm CDT on Saturday to sign 2020 5th rounder Anton Johannesson to a contract or their exclusive signing rights expire.
![](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,<svg height="318px" width="500px" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" version="1.1"/>)
Photo Credit: Colby Spence (Illegal Curve)
The smaller, left-shot defenceman played 28 games (0G 7A) for Brynäs IF in the second tier Hockeyallsvenskan during the 2023-24 season after they were relegated for the first time last season. They’ve been promoted back to the top tier Swedish Hockey League for the 2024-25 season which is where Johannesson is slated to play.
This doesn’t come as a big (no pun intended) surprise but the team won’t be signing him I’ve now confirmed.
Recent Posts
Winnipeg Jets 2025 UFA RFA Preview: Ehlers, Vilardi, Samberg & More
Connor Hrabchak previews the Winnipeg Jets' key UFAs and RFAs ahead of a pivotal 2025…
Manitoba Moose assistant coach Eric Dubois leaving team to join German club in DEL as an assistant coach
The longtime D coach is heading to Germany to continue his coaching career.
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers
Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.
Jonathan Toews “100 percent committed to coming back to the NHL next season” per LeBrun (Dreger adds Jets will be front and centre when time is right)
Might the Winnipeg product be set to play for his hometown team?
The Rod Pedersen Show | Reflections on the Winnipeg Jets season with Jamie Thomas
Jets reporter Jamie Thomas joined the RP show to discuss.
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers
Keeping you up-to-date with all the latest pro hockey news in Manitoba.