Now though, it's another Canadian team who has won Gagner's services. Today the Winnipeg Jets announced that they have officially signed Sam Gagner to a 1 year contract. The deal pays Gagner a league minimum $750,000.
Last season in a 4th line role with the Detroit Red Wings, Gagner played in 81 games. Scoring 13 goals and adding 18 assists. This was Gagner's most productive year since 2017-2018 with the Vancouver Canucks.