NHL Insider Provides an Update Regarding Kyle Connor's Future with the Winnipeg Jets

Kyle Connor is heading into the final season of his current contract with the Winnipeg Jets and extension talks are reportedly underway.

The Jets have prioritized bringing back Connor and have gone all in on re-signing him placing other extension talks such as captain Adam Lowry's on the back burner for the time being.

While it has been known that the Winnipeg Jets have interest in keeping Kyle Connor to this point it was unknown if Connor was interested in staying himself.

This evening that has changed as insider Michael Russo confirmed that Kyle Connor is hoping to be back with the Winnipeg Jets long-term.

This is an encouraging sign and a change from negotiations last season where Nikolaj Ehlers refused to commit to the Winnipeg Jets in contract talks throughout the year leaving trade rumors looming overhead.

He then of course decided to leave the Winnipeg Jets in free agency signing with the Carolina Hurricanes instead.

Now, it will be up to General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff to turn up the heat on negotiations and get a deal done hopefully before the season begins to avoid distractions.

Then, negotiations can begin with captain Adam Lowry who recently admitted publicly he plans to be back with the team next season as well.

As these talks continue between the Winnipeg Jets and their core players we will bring the latest news to you.