Winnipeg, Laine Agree to Extension

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SP-NHL-LAINE3OCT COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 6: Patrik Laine #29 of the Winnipeg Jets skates against the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 6, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images) COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 6: Patrik Laine #29 of the Winnipeg Jets skates against the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 6, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images) Uploaded by: Washburn, Dave

SP-NHL-LAINE3OCT COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 6: Patrik Laine #29 of the Winnipeg Jets skates against the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 6, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images) COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 6: Patrik Laine #29 of the Winnipeg Jets skates against the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 6, 2017 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images) Uploaded by: Washburn, Dave

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After an offseason full of contract talks between the Winnipeg Jets and RFA Patrik Laine, the two sides agreed on a 2-year deal worth $6.75 million per year.

2 years at $6.75 aav for Laine. Announcement soon. https://t.co/gwWN9rO7gD
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) September 27, 2019

In 82 games last season, Laine recorded 30 goals, 20 assists, and posted a plus-minus of -24. Even though the contract is a short term deal, the Jets did what they felt they needed to do.

Photo Credit: Jamie Sabau

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