The Winnipeg Jets had a mid-round pick back in the 2022 NHL Draft, and when they landed forward Rutger McGroarty, they believed that they had found a key piece of their future. Now however, Elliotte Friedman has revealed a shocking report that he is not talking to the Jets, and with his return to Michigan, it's likely that the team will attempt to explore a trade.
Over the past two seasons, McGroarty tallied 34 goals in 75 games, with a career high 52 points in the 2023-24 campaign showing that he's not only a fantastic person off the ice, but a major talent on the ice too. It's unclear exactly what happened between the two parties, and whether or not the team will look to move him, but with the team hoping for another playoff run in 2025, they may certainly look to explore that option over the summer.
