The Winnipeg Jets announced they have agreed to terms with forward Brandon Tanev on a one-year, $1.15 million contract.
Tanev, 26, played in 61 games for the Jets last season and recorded single-season highs in goals (8), assists (10), and points (18). The native of Toronto, Ont. also saw action in all 17 playoff games for Winnipeg and scored four goals and added a pair of assists and 11 penalty minutes. Tanev led the Jets and finished tied for 24th in the NHL for hits in the regular season with 188.
In 115 career NHL regular season games, Tanev has 22 points (10G, 12A) and 46 PIMs.
Tanev was signed by the Jets as an undrafted free agent on March 30, 2016.