Winnipeg Jets Sign Cole Perfetti to $6.5M Deal

Cole Perfetti has signed a two-year, $6.5 million bridge deal with the Winnipeg Jets, ending his absence from training camp as a restricted free agent. Perfetti, who was drafted 10th overall in 2020, aims to prove his worth and secure a more lucrative contract in the future. Last season, he set career highs with 19 goals and 38 points in 71 games but experienced a 23-game goalless drought and was a healthy scratch for the last part of the season and playoffs. Jets coach Scott Arniel is optimistic about Perfetti's contributions, highlighting his potential for top-six minutes and power-play time. Perfetti is using this opportunity to prove himself and is motivated to build on his past performances.