Winnipeg Jets have made significant moves ahead of the NHL trade deadline, acquiring veteran defenseman Luke Schenn from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for two draft picks: a second-rounder in 2026 and a fourth-rounder in 2027. Schenn, who has a $2.75 million cap hit for another year, joins the Jets without having played a game for Pittsburgh after being traded there from Nashville.

Additionally, Winnipeg has secured forward Brandon Tanev from the Seattle Kraken, also for a second-round pick. Tanev is a pending unrestricted free agent and has tallied nine goals and eight assists in 60 games this season. These acquisitions aim to bolster the Jets' roster as they push for playoff contention.