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Jets sign 27-year old forward to $2.9 million contract

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Winnipeg is staying busy even at the end of the season.

Jets sign 27-year old forward to $2. 9 million contract originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here .

The Winnipeg Jets ' season is over after missing the playoffs. They aren't resting on their laurels, though. They've already completed some offseason business.

On Saturday, it was announced that Cole Koepke has signed a contract extension with the Jets. The Athletic's Chris Johnston reported that it's a two-year deal worth $2. 9 million in total value ($1.

45 million per year). MORE: This Connor Hellebuyck trade rumor should scare the rest of the NHL Koepke is a 27-year old forward who had originally signed with the Jets before the 2025-26 season on a one-year contract for $1 million. He then played 66 games for Winnipeg, recording 17 total points that included eight goals and nine assists.