Winnipeg Jets Summary

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed local goaltender Isaac Poulter to a one-year, two-way contract extension with an NHL average annual value of $855,000, according to Yahoo Sports NHL. This deal keeps the 24-year-old in the organization for at least another season and adds depth to the Jets' roster.

Poulter, who spent time with both the Manitoba Moose and Norfolk Admirals last season, recorded a 25-17-1 record in 43 ECHL games and has shown promise with a 42-24-10 record in his AHL career. Meanwhile, as the offseason continues, speculation surrounding star goalie Connor Hellebuyck's future remains a hot topic.

Arctic Ice Hockey notes that while rumors of a potential trade have surfaced, there has been no official movement, with Hellebuyck likely to stay in Winnipeg for the upcoming season. The discussion has included potential trade destinations, including the Florida Panthers and Minnesota Wild, but no significant offers have been confirmed.

As the Jets prepare for the 2026 NHL Draft, where they hold the eighth overall pick, attention will also be on how they evaluate undrafted free agents like Chase Curtis, who was signed this offseason after a modest college career at TCU.