Nino Niederreiter Returns to Winnipeg Jets Practice
Winnipeg Jets forward Nino Niederreiter returned to practice on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, after being sidelined due to injury sustained during the Olympics. Niederreiter participated in team drills, but wore a yellow jersey, indicating a non-contact status. This marks a significant step in his recovery process, though a firm return-to-play date remains undetermined.
Niederreiter’s Season and Impact
Prior to his injury, Niederreiter had accumulated 28 points (18 goals and 10 assists) in 56 games during the 2022-2023 season before being traded to the Winnipeg Jets on February 25, 2023, in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft NHL.com.
Career Overview
Nino Niederreiter, born September 8, 1992, in Chur, Switzerland, is a seasoned winger currently playing for the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was originally drafted fifth overall by the New York Islanders in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, becoming the highest-drafted Swiss hockey player in NHL history at the time Wikipedia.
Throughout his NHL career, Niederreiter has also played for the Minnesota Wild, Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators. He was traded from the Predators to the Jets after only a portion of a season as the Predators moved towards a rebuild and playoff contention became unlikely.
Jets’ Playoff Push
The Jets currently face an uphill battle for a playoff spot, trailing the Nashville Predators by five points with only 12 games remaining in the regular season. Niederreiter’s return to the lineup could provide a crucial boost as they strive to secure a postseason berth.
Nino Niederreiter – Key Stats
- Born: September 8, 1992
- Height: 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
- Weight: 218 lb (99 kg; 15 st 8 lb)
- Position: Winger
- Shoots: Left