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Jets, Kyle Connor Near Long-Term Extension Before Opener

Insiders expect an eight-year deal in the low $12 million range.

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Oct 3, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor (81) skates during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported the sides have made progress and are working to finalize a contract before Winnipeg’s season opener on Thursday.
  • TSN’s Darren Dreger echoed that a deal is getting closer, and The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun said he expects an eight-year term.
  • Friedman indicated the average annual value is expected to land “in the 12s,” reflecting top-tier winger pricing.
  • No agreement has been announced, with Kyle Connor and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff declining to discuss talks during camp as owner Mark Chipman previously expressed confidence a deal would get done.
  • Connor’s leverage is reinforced by elite production, including a franchise‑record 97 points last season and 0.95 career points per game, as recent benchmarks like Kirill Kaprizov’s $17 million AAV and Connor McDavid’s $12.5 million AAV shape expectations.