The Winnipeg Jets Kyle Connor is coming off a career year last season. The 9 year Jets veteran led the way as he recorded 41 goals and 56 assists for 97 points in 82 regular season games. He was also the top producer for Winnipeg in the playoffs with 5 goals and 12 assists in 13 games.
This productive season came in a nick of time for the American forward as he enters the final year of his current contract. Connor has been eligible for a contract extension since July 1.
Connor would be one of the top UFA’s in what has potential to be one of the most stacked free agent classes in recent memory next summer. The Jets will do everything in their power to make sure Kyle does not hit the open market and remains a Jet for the duration of his career.
What is the latest on Kyle Connor?
The good news for Winnipeg Jets fans is it sounds like a resolution should be found sooner rather than later and a positive one at that. Via insider David Pagnotta, talks between Kyle Connor and the Jets are expected to ramp up this week. This could mean Connor signs an extension before the start of the season and avoids the drama of awaiting a new deal all year.
We’ll see what Connor’s next deal in Winnipeg looks like assuming both parties agree to terms. The price will likely make Connor’s present $7.1 million a year contract look humble by comparison as the star 28 year old is due a hefty raise as he enters the prime of his career.
