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Winnipeg Jets sign defenseman Mario Ferraro to 3-year deal
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Winnipeg Jets sign defenseman Mario Ferraro to 3-year deal

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  • The Winnipeg Jets signed former San Jose Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro to a three-year contract worth an average of $4 million annually.
  • The team also signed goalie Stu Skinner to a two-year deal and forward Noah Gregor to a one-year contract.
  • Ferraro, a 27-year-old Toronto native, played 490 NHL games for the Sharks, recording 24 goals and 90 assists, and led the team in blocked shots and shorthanded ice time last season.

The Winnipeg Jets bolstered their defense by signing former San Jose Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro to a three-year contract with an average annual value of $4 million. The deal was announced Wednesday evening, capping a busy July 1 for the franchise.

Ferraro, 27, brings significant experience to the Jets' blue line. He was originally a second-round pick by the Sharks in 2017 and played seven seasons in San Jose. Over 490 NHL games, he accumulated 24 goals and 90 assists for 114 points. Known for his defensive prowess, Ferraro led the Sharks last season in blocked shots and shorthanded ice time, demonstrating his value in crucial game situations.

In addition to Ferraro, the Jets also secured goaltender Stu Skinner on a two-year contract with an average annual value of $3.75 million. Depth forward Noah Gregor was also signed to a one-year, two-way deal. These moves suggest the Jets are actively strengthening their roster for the upcoming season.

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