Jets’ Smart Contracts Shine | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

The Winnipeg Jets just pulled off a masterclass in smart contract management, locking down three absolute steals for the next few seasons. Gabriel Vilardi’s five-year, $37.5M deal is a steal after his career-high 69 points last year—especially on the power play. Josh Morrissey, making just $6.25M over two years, is playing like a top-10 defenseman with 55 points and a bargain price tag. And then there’s Mark Scheifele—the crown jewel—at $8.5M/year for five years, leading the team with 103 points last season and showing no signs of slowing down at 33. These deals prove the Jets can build a…