"Winnipeg Jets Secure Future with Young Star: Cole Perfetti Agrees to $30 Million Deal In a significant move that avoids the uncertainty of arbitration, the Winnipeg Jets have reached a long-term agreement with their top restricted free agent, forward Cole Perfetti. According to reports, the 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract worth $30 million, with an average annual value of $6 million. This deal is a major boost for the Jets, who can now focus on building a strong core around their young talent. Perfetti's signing is a testament to the team's commitment to developing its homegrown players and paves the way for a potentially bright future in the NHL."

The Winnipeg Jets won’t need arbitration to find a new contract for their most important restricted free agent, after all. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Jets have signed forward Cole Perfetti to a five-year, $30MM ($6MM AAV) contract. More to come…