Then, a few days into free agency, star forward Nikolaj Ehlers left Winnipeg to sign with the Carolina Hurricanes as an unrestricted free agent. The 29-year-old forward signed a six-year, $51 million contract with the Hurricanes in free agency, ending a decade-long run with the Jets.

Nikolaj Ehlers, after a decade with the Winnipeg Jets, has signed a six-year, $51 million deal with the Carolina Hurricanes. Ehlers expressed his gratitude to Winnipeg's fans, teammates, and the organization in a heartfelt farewell message.