Jets Sign Jim Slater to Three-Year Extension

The Winnipeg Jets announced today that they have signed center Jim Slater to a three-year contract extension worth $4.8 million.  The deal will average out to $1.6 million per season.  He would have been an unrestricted free agent on July 1.  In 78 games last season, he had 13 goals and eight assists for 21 points.  This is an excellent move for the Jets, as Slater is an excellent checking line forward on the team.  He has lots of speed, is excellent on faceoffs and the penalty kill, plenty of defensive skill, some offensive ability, and plays with a little grit.  Look for Slater to be a solid forward for the Jets over the next three years and his $1.6 million is an excellent deal for a player of his caliber.