Blue Jackets Secure Goaltender Jet Greaves with $15 Million Contract Extension

The Columbus Blue Jackets have made a significant move to secure their future in net by signing goaltender Jet Greaves to a three-year, $15 million contract that will extend through the 2028-29 season. This announcement was made by general manager Don Waddell, who emphasized the importance of Greaves to the team.

Waddell praised Greaves, stating, “Jet is a high-character, talented and athletic goaltender who has become an important part of our hockey club. Our intent always was to get a deal done to ensure he remains a Blue Jacket and we are thrilled that we were able to do so.”

The 25-year-old Greaves is coming off a strong season, posting a record of 26 wins, 19 losses, and 9 overtime losses, along with a 2.60 goals-against average. His performance last season made him the fifth goaltender in franchise history to achieve 25 wins in a single season, and he recorded two shutouts over the course of 55 games. Notably, his .908 save percentage ranked him sixth among all NHL goaltenders.

In his career, Greaves has played in 76 games, compiling a record of 36 wins, 28 losses, and 11 overtime losses, with a .913 save percentage and four shutouts to his name. He made his NHL debut at the end of the 2022-23 season, showcasing his potential to be a key player for the Blue Jackets moving forward.

A native of Cambridge, Ontario, Greaves also represented Canada on the international stage, making his debut at the 2026 IIHF World Championships in Switzerland. He finished the tournament with a commendable record of 6-2, tying for third in wins.

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