Winnipeg Jets Lose Defenseman Dylan Samberg With Broken Wrist

The Winnipeg Jets will open the 2025-26 season without one of their most reliable defensemen. 

Head coach Scott Arniel confirmed Monday that Dylan Samberg will miss six-to-eight weeks after suffering a broken wrist during Saturday’s preseason game against the Calgary Flames. 

The injury occurred when Samberg was hit into the boards by Ryan Lomberg, forcing him out of the game in visible discomfort.

Scott Arniel provides an update on Dylan Samberg. pic.twitter.com/F62kxDAs53

— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) September 29, 2025

Jets lose stud defender for weeks

Samberg, 26, had been coming off a breakout year in Winnipeg. 

He logged career highs across the board last season, scoring six goals and 20 points while averaging over 21 minutes of ice time per night. His steady two-way play and plus-34 rating made him one of the Jets’ most improved players, and he was rewarded this summer with a three-year contract extension worth $5.75 million annually. 

Losing him just before Opening Night is a significant setback for the Jets’ defensive corps.

Jets defenseman Dylan Samberg is out 6-8 weeks with a broken wrist. Connor Hellebuyck also left practice Monday "not feeling right." Head coach Scott Arniel said he's uncertain if Hellebuyck will play in Winnipeg's preseason game on Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/8iDkdv5pwP

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) September 29, 2025

With Samberg sidelined until mid-November, the Jets will turn to their depth to fill the gap alongside Neal Pionk. 

Candidates include Logan Stanley, Ville Heinola, Haydn Fleury, and Kale Clague, all of whom will get extended opportunities to prove they belong in a top-four role.

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