Who’s leading the charge for the future of the Winnipeg Jets? In Part 2 of our 2025 prospect rankings, Connor Hrabchak breaks down the Top 5 Jets prospects to watch, including standout performances, future projections, and NHL readiness. From breakout years to high-ceiling defensemen, this list has it all.
Don’t miss Part 1 where we ranked #10–#6, now available on the channel!
🗨️ Who’s too high or too low on the list? Let us know in the comments.
Topics:
Intro & Overview (00:00)
#5 – Kieron Walton (00:29)
#4 – Nikita Chibrikov (02:37)
#3 – Brad Lambert (04:30)
#2 – Brayden Yager (06:50)
#1 – Elias Salomonsson (09:23)
Final Thoughts (10:59)
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6 Comments
Thanks Connor!
Great lists
I remember everyone saying get rid of Salomonsson, not looking at Chibrikov, or Lambert, Not talking much about Yager, No mention or known to Walton, or thee other fine players on this list. Now will know them more better.
Future is bright with these guys, lots of potential, thanks connor
Walton is very interesting,guys of that size are so hard to play against, I hope he keeps up on this trajectory.
Interesting, Walton over Barlow. Barlow had a great ohl playoffs after getting traded but Walton was a revelation as a 18 year old. Walton may have the greatest ceiling starting from a low floor after last year's breakthrough.
Chevy will trade the good ones