Ville Heinola signs one-year deal with Vegas Golden Knights
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 2:13 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Ville Heinola has signed a one-year, one-way contract with the Vegas Golden Knights, officially concluding his tenure with the Winnipeg Jets. Heinola, the 20th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, struggled to find consistent playing time in Winnipeg, appearing in only 58 regular-season games over seven seasons. Injuries and competition for roster spots limited his opportunities despite his early promise as a contributor. In Vegas, he will aim to revitalize his career and find a regular role in the NHL.
- •Heinola's contract with Vegas is for one year.
- •He played only 58 games with the Jets in seven seasons.
- •Injuries impacted his full-time role with Winnipeg.
- •Heinola had a strong start to his career but struggled for consistent opportunities.
- •Vegas aims to capitalize on his untapped potential.
- 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — A Golden Opportunity: Former Jets First Rounder Ville Heinola Signs in Vegas
"After years of stalled development and ill-timed injuries in Winnipeg, the puck-moving defenceman seeks a fresh start in Nevada to finally realize his first-round pedigree.
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