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‘Winnipegger Through and Through’: Jonathan Toews Introduced as Part of the Winnipeg Jets
- In Winnipeg, Jonathan Toews was formally introduced as a Jets player on Friday after registering his contract three days earlier, returning after a two-year health-related absence.
- Following a two-year health battle with long COVID and immune syndrome, Toews underwent an Ayurvedic detox in India before accepting he might never play again.
- Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion with 372 goals and awards including the Conn Smythe and Selke trophies, signs a one-year deal with US$2 million plus up to US$5 million in bonuses.
- Jonathan Toews' signing strengthens Jets' centre depth, insuring Mark Scheifele and attracting talent, with a $2 million base salary and up to $5 million in bonuses.
- More broadly, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew praised Toews' return as a positive for the Jets, especially after losing winger Nikolaj Ehlers earlier this week, highlighting his hometown impact.
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Putting on Winnipeg Jets jersey like 'getting drafted again,' says hometown hero Jonathan Toews
Three-time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Toews, who last played an NHL game more than two years ago, was introduced Friday as the newest member of his hometown Winnipeg Jets, donning a jersey with his signature No. 19 at a team press conference.
Oskaloosa Herald
Jonathan Toews is grateful and excited to play again after signing with his hometown Winnipeg Jets
Jonathan Toews is back in the NHL with his hometown Winnipeg Jets after a two-year absence. The three-time Stanley Cup champion was introduced Friday as the newest member of the Jets. They announced their intention to acquire the 37-year-old center…
flamboroughtoday.com
'Lit that fire again': Toews grateful, excited to play after signing with Winnipeg
WINNIPEG — Jonathan Toews is officially back. The three-time Stanley Cup champion, who last played an NHL game more than two years ago, was introduced Friday as the newest member of his hometown Winnipeg Jets, donning a jersey with his signature No.
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