Jets' trade deadline plans explained by NHL insider Pierre LeBrun
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Daniel Lucente
Jan 15, 2026 (11:24)
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NHL insider Pierre LeBrun explained what the Jets plan to do at the trade deadline, and he doesn't anticipate them being very big sellers.
The Winnipeg Jets have faced significant adversity this season and currently sit near the bottom of the Western Conference standings. GM Kevin Cheveldayoff is open to moves, and it's not just about rentals.
Speculation has grown that the Jets are also targeting players with term remaining on their contracts. NHL insider Pierre LeBrun told Tony Marinaro on the Sick Podcast that he doesn't see the Jets as major sellers. They may move a player or two.
What Kevin Cheveldayoff could be thinking about this season
Luke Schenn is one to watch, but even if the Jets miss the playoffs, this season could be a one-off, which is why the team could also look to acquire.
"I just don't get a sense at all of the Jets being big sellers; they might move a guy here and there, I wonder what they'll do with Luke Schenn; even if they don't get back in, they look at this year maybe as a one-off."
- Pierre LeBrun
- Pierre LeBrun
Schenn is the likeliest to be traded. The veteran defenseman was scratched earlier this season in Toronto, which would have been his 1,100th NHL game, and reportedly told the team he wants to move on.
A pending free agent, Schenn is set to earn $2.75 million, which could be retained in a trade.
Logan Stanley is having a career season and, as a pending free agent, is drawing attention from contenders.
Why Logan Stanley is an attractive trade piece
The 6-foot-7 blueliner has seven goals and 14 points in 43 games and carries a $1.25 million cap hit with no trade protection, making him an attractive, affordable option for teams seeking size and edge on the blue line.
Winger Nino Niederreiter is signed through next season at $4 million AAV and does not have a no-trade clause. Despite scoring just six goals and 17 points in 43 games, fifth on the team, Cheveldayoff could explore a trade to move his contract.
The Jets could make moves ahead of the trade deadline, and Schenn, Stanley, or Niederreiter could all be involved in reshaping the roster.
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