Note: The first move of the day occurred before free agency began with the trade of Paul Stastny back to the Jets. You can listen to his conference call here. Free agency kicked off for the Jets with the signing of Nathan Beaulieu to a two-year contract and you can watch/listen to his full media availability here. This was followed by a Luca Sbisa one-year deal being announced and the first of the Jets RFAs with Mason Appleton being inked to a two-year deal. The day ended with Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff speaking about the moves he made as well as him providing an update on Bryan Little which confirmed doctors recommendations that the veteran centre not play this season. We also looked at which players have left the Jets/Moose organization for new teams.
Note II: What will the second day of free agency bring? Who knows! But what we do know is there will be three hours of the Illegal Curve Hockey Show on TSN 1290 Winnipeg starting at 9 AM. We hope you’ll join us. You can listen here.
Jets news:
Winnipeg Sun: Jets hold their own with Stastny trade, nothing more. Paul reflects on day 1 of free agency for the Jets.
Winnipeg Sun: Stastny looking forward to reuniting with Laine and Ehlers in return to Jets. Looking to find lightning in a bottle for the second time.
Winnipeg Sun: Little won’t play next season after doctor consultations. The writing seemed to be on the wall given the trade the Jets made yesterday morning. Still it is terrible news for the veteran centre.
Winnipeg Free Press: Jets GM seemingly content with minor adjustments. (Paywall). Free agency is usually a time of lunacy with deals signed often coming back to haunt the GM who signed the player to too much term and too much salary. It seems like quite a few GMs, Kevin Cheveldayoff included, are taking a different approach this season.
Winnipeg Free Press: Jets get veteran centre back after stint in Las Vegas. (Paywall). Mike reacts to the signing of Paul Stastny.
The Athletic Winnipeg: Latest ever-changing picture after Day 1 of free agency. (Paywall). There’s a lot to digest when it comes to the roster and Murat tries to provide some insight into what it could look like.
The Athletic Winnipeg: Paul Stastny gives Jets the opportunity to avoid a blockbuster and win now, too. (Paywall). Both of these are huge for Winnipeg. Murat with more on the big move.
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Sportsnet: Re-acquiring Paul Stastny will benefit Jets in multiple ways. Ken looks at the Jets heading back to the future with getting Paul Stastny back in the fold and he looks at the ways it will be a good thing for Winnipeg.
Jets video:
TSN: What other moves can we expect from the Jets after Stastny signing? A second line centre was on the top of Kevin Cheveldayoff’s list this offseason, and on the opening day of free agency he checked that box with Paul Stastny. With priority number one out of the way, what other moves will the Jets be looking to make? TSN’s Sara Orlesky has more.
Sportsnet: Why reunion with Paul Stastny is perfect fit for the Jets. The HC Panel discusses the Winnipeg Jets bringing back Paul Stastny via trade with the Vegas Golden Knights, and how it’s a perfect fit, including how it will benefit Patrik Laine, if he stays, and Mark Scheifele.
Sportsnet: Jets acquire ‘proven commodity’ by trading back for Paul Stastny. Sean Reynolds and Ken Wiebe discussed how the Winnipeg Jets tackled the first day of free agency, including trading for Paul Stastny, what Winnipeg’s needs on the blueline are, and Brian Little’s future with the team.
Jets audio:
TSN 1290 Winnipeg: Stastny a great fit for the Jets. TSN’s Dennis Beyak joined Rick Ralph and Paul Edmonds on the Afternoon Ride. They discussed the Jets acquisition of Paul Stastny, the signing of Nathan Beaulieu, the notable signings of the day and the big names that have yet to sign.
TSN 1290 Winnipeg: Jets poised to return with a familiar lineup. Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press joined Rick Ralph and Paul Edmonds on the Afternoon Ride. They discussed the Jets acquisition of Paul Stastny, Bryan Little’s health, the signings of Nathan Beaulieu and Luca Sbisa and if there are more moves to come for the Jets.
Jets prospect news:
Cochrane Now: Ty Bauer says he’ll fit in well with Winnipeg Jets. Hear from the Jets 6th round pick at the 2020 NHL Draft which was held on Wednesday as he speaks to his fit in the Winnipeg organization.
