Ehlers and the Carolina Hurricanes agreed to a six-year, $51 million contract in free agency on Friday, per Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press. The 29-year-old hit free agency after his previous seven-year, $42 million contract with the Jets expired following the 2024-25 season.

Following the departure of Nikolaj Ehlers in free agency, the Winnipeg Jets have responded by signing a crucial World Champion from Sweden. This experienced forward brings both skill and leadership, aiming to fill the gap and elevate the team's offense.

Nikolaj Ehlers signed a six-year, $51 million contract with the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday. It has an average annual value of $8.5 million. The 29-year-old forward had 63 points (24 goals, 39 assists) in 69 regular-season games for the Winnipeg Jets last season and seven points (five goals, two assists) in eight Stanley Cup Playoff games.