The Winnipeg Jets’ 2021-22 season was a disappointment, as they came into the season considered a Stanley Cup contender but drastically underperformed, finishing sixth in the Central Division and well out of the playoff picture.
In this series, we’ll take a look back on the season, player by player, and grade their individual performances with an eye toward their future with the team.
Nate Schmidt enjoyed a bounce-back season in 2021-22 that was clouded by defensive inconsistencies amongst the team.
Schmidt Bounced Back After Rough Season with the Vancouver Canucks
The Winnipeg Jets struggled defensively as a team this season. Because of Schmidt’s $5.95 million contract, his expectations were found to be higher than others, often resulting in people blaming the Jets’ defensive woes on him. In his first season with the new club, he rediscovered his game and was one of the bright spots on Winnipeg’s blue line. Schmidt found the most success when he was paired with Josh Morrissey, which was the case for most of the Jets’ defence core.
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