This week has been monumental for players named Connor in the NHL. Connor McDavid secured a significant contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, while Kyle Connor has set a franchise record with a new deal from the Winnipeg Jets, marking a turning point for the team and its future prospects.
Kyle Connor Signs Record-Breaking Deal with Winnipeg Jets
Kyle Connor has officially signed a lucrative eight-year contract worth $96 million with the Winnipeg Jets, making it the largest contract in the franchise’s history. This deal averages $12 million annually, only slightly less than the $25 million, two-year extension signed by fellow star Connor McDavid. The value of Connor’s new contract notably exceeds the previous seven-year deals of $59.5 million given to Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck and center Mark Scheifele.
Jets’ Season Overview and Connor’s Impact
Last season, the Winnipeg Jets led the NHL during the regular games but faced an early exit in the playoffs, getting eliminated by the Dallas Stars in the second round of the Western Conference. Despite this, Kyle Connor’s performance has been a defining aspect of the team’s strength. Drafted 17th overall in 2015, Connor has consistently demonstrated his scoring ability, netting at least 30 goals in all but one of his eight NHL seasons. He achieved career-highs last year with 97 points and 56 assists, also contributing 17 points in 13 playoff games.
Moreover, Connor has established himself as one of the league’s leading scorers over the last five years. He made his All-Star Game debut in 2022 and was selected again in 2024, earning a spot on the NHL All-Star First Team last season—a recognition reserved for the league’s elite players.
While Connor’s individual successes are noteworthy, the Jets have struggled to advance in the playoffs, with only one conference finals appearance since his arrival, which ended in a loss to the Las Vegas Knights in the 2017-18 season. With key players now secured for years to come and aspirations to reach the Stanley Cup Finals, the Jets are determined to pursue their first championship title.
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