Jets sign defender Strait to 1-year deal worth $600K

The Winnipeg Jets dipped a toe into the free-agent waters Friday.

The club announced the signing of defenseman Brian Strait to a one-year contract worth $600,000. It's a one-way deal.

Strait had a goal and five assists in 61 games for the New York Islanders last season. He averaged 15:26 in ice time.

The 28-year-old has played in 182 regular-season games, scoring six goals and adding 21 assists.

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