Trouba's agent: 'Status quo' after meeting with Jets
The stalemate between Jacob Trouba and the Winnipeg Jets continues.
As reported by Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos and confirmed by Trouba's agent, Kurt Overhardt, a meeting with Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff took place in Detroit on Nov. 4, but with no progress made, the Dec. 1 deadline fast approaches.
some reports out there on #nhljets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff meeting with Jacob Trouba's agent Kurt Overhardt. They met. "Status quo," said KO
— gary lawless (@garylawless) November 7, 2016
As a restricted free agent, Trouba has until the first of December to sign a new contract or he can't play in the NHL this season.
The defenseman made a public trade request prior to the start of the regular season, citing a desire to play on the right side, a position he's not been able to line up at in Winnipeg due to a crowded depth chart.
Overhardt had previously mentioned the Dec. 1 deadline as not being an issue, and remains tight-lipped on a contingency plan should his client not sign.
also asked Kurt Overhardt if he has begun inquiries about a place for Trouba to play should Dec. 1 pass without an NHL contract: No comment.
— gary lawless (@garylawless) November 7, 2016
The Jets are reportedly seeking a left-handed defenseman of similar age and skill level as Trouba in any possible trade.