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Jets Claim Goaltender Clay Stevenson Off Waivers

The move gives Winnipeg a low-cost, NHL-ready backup to support Stuart Skinner and keep the club’s younger goalies playing in the AHL.

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Hershey Bears Defenseman Jake Massie blocks a shot in front of goaltender Clay Stevenson (Photo credit: JustSports)
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Washington Capitals goaltender Clay Stevenson stops the puck during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Overview

  • The Winnipeg Jets claimed goaltender Clay Stevenson off waivers on Monday, Sept. 28, adding him to the NHL roster to shore up netminding depth.
  • Stevenson is on the final year of a deal that carries about an $850,000 cap hit and will be eligible for unrestricted free agency after the 2026–27 season.
  • Winnipeg expects Stevenson to serve as the backup to starter Stuart Skinner when the Jets open their season on Oct. 2 against the Boston Bruins.
  • An undrafted 27-year-old from Drayton Valley, Stevenson rose through the BCHL and Dartmouth, won the 2024 Calder Cup with Hershey and posted a 3-1 record with a .921 save percentage in four NHL appearances last season.
  • The claim supplies an experienced, short-term option so prospect goalies such as Tomas Milic and Domenic DiVincentiis can remain in the AHL to continue their development, and it leaves Stevenson’s long-term role dependent on how the Connor Hellebuyck situation evolves.