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Blake Wheeler retires

Blake Wheeler retires after 16-year NHL career

One of the greatest players to ever suit up for the Atlanta Thrashers/Winnipeg Jets has called it a career. Blake Wheeler officially announced his retirement from pro hockey, capping off a 16-year stint in the big leagues.

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Congratulations Blake Wheeler

Wheels, thank you for your commitment and dedication to our team, city, and province. You spent the prime years of your career playing here in Winnipeg, and believed our team was capable of greatness every time you put the jersey on. Your work ethic was unmatched, and you brought your best to the rink every single day.

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Blake Wheeler retires after 16 seasons

Forward Blake Wheeler announced his retirement from the NHL after 16 seasons.Wheeler spent the bulk of his career with the Winnipeg Jets/Atlanta Thrashers organization. He also had stints with the Boston Bruins and New York Rangers.

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Jets' Vilardi signs 6-year contract extension he calls 'inevitable'

Gabriel Vilardi, 25, says Winnipeg feels like home. The NHL forward signed a six-year, $45 million US contract with the Winnipeg Jets on Friday.

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Former Jets captain officially hangs up blades

He’d been out of the game for a while, and the end came for a Winnipeg Jets 2.0 legend on Saturday. The team’s long-time ...

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Jets' Vilardi feels at home in Winnipeg after signing six-year contract

Vilardi spoke with the media Monday, three days after signing a six-year, $45 million contract with the club. The 25-year-old from Kingston, Ont., explained how the city and the team have embraced him ...

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Gabe Vilardi talks about his decision to remain with the Winnipeg Jets

“I love it in Winnipeg,” Jets winger Gabe Vilardi said on Monday morning Zoom call. “The opportunity for us to win in our ...

Can Winnipeg Contend After Losing Key Players in Lowry, Ehlers?

Examining the Winnipeg Jets roster following lineup losses like Adam Lowry, Nikolaj Ehlers and Mason Appleton.

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Former Jets captain Blake Wheeler announces retirement from NHL after 16 seasons

Blake Wheeler, the longtime captain and all-time points leader of the Winnipeg Jets, has officially announced his retirement ...

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Around the NHL: Samsonov, Roslovic remain unsigned, Wheeler retires, Blue Jackets GM ‘surprised’ by trade request

Welcome back to another summer edition of Around the NHL. The NHL’s free agency period is now three weeks old and ...

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Coyotes Pick, Jets Legend: Blake Wheeler’s Uncommon NHL Journey Ends As Winger Retires

Very quietly this week, longtime NHL forward Blake Wheeler announced his retirement. Wheeler hadn’t played since the 2023-24 ...

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Jets' Vilardi glad to have avoided arbitration, calls extension 'inevitable'

Gabriel Vilardi said his contract extension was "inevitable" and he was glad to avoid arbitration. The Winnipeg Jets forward, a restricted free agent, signed a six-year, US$45 million contract last ...

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Jets Ex-Captain Retires

Former Winnipeg Jets captain Blake Wheeler announced his retirement from the NHL yesterday. Wheeler played 16 seasons in the ...

Jets legend confirms retirement from NHL after 13 seasons in Winnipeg

Blake Wheeler didn't suit up in the NHL this past season, but his retirement wasn't official. Now, he has confirmed it. The ...

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