Jets sign forward Kieron Walton to three-year, entry-level contract

April 07, 2025 - 4:01pm

Winnipeg Jets Executive Vice President and General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff. (John Woods/CP)

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Kieron Walton to a three-year, entry level contract, the team announced Monday.

Walton was drafted in the sixth round of the 2024 NHL draft, 187th overall, by the Jets.

The 18-year-old from Toronto has led the Sudbury Wolves in goals with 38, assists with 54, and points with 92 this season. During playoffs this season, he added one goal and four assists as the Wolves lost to the Kingston Frontenacs.

Jets sign forward Kieron Walton to three-year, entry-level contract

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