Blake Wheeler re-signs with the Jets
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The Winnipeg Jets were busy on Monday signing seven players including right-winger Blake Wheeler to new contract. Wheeler signed a two-year deal worth $5.1 million total.
Wheeler scored seven goals and 17 points in 23 games with the Thrashers last season after being acquired in a trade with the Boston Bruins. He scored 18 goals and 44 points in 81 games overall last year.
The Thrashers acquired the 24-year-old from the Bruins on Feb. 28, 2011, along with defenceman Mark Stuart in exchange for centre Rich Peverley and defenceman Boris Valabik.
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Tags: Blake Wheeler Trade Rumors Winnipeg Jets Trade Rumours
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NHL Trade Rumor Created on Monday, 18 July 2011 20:24 |
