Overview

• Winnipeg confirmed Toews is healthy for the opener against the Stars after evaluations on a preseason tweak that had placed him on the injured, non-roster list.
• This will be his first NHL appearance since April 13, 2023 with the Blackhawks after stepping away to focus on his health.
• He is expected to start in a second-line center role to begin the season.
• Toews signed a one-year deal reported at a $2 million base with up to $5 million in performance bonuses.
• Head coach Scott Arniel said, “We’re done talking. Now he’s got to just go play,” as the three-time Stanley Cup winner brings a decorated résumé of 883 points in 1,067 games.