Jets Captain Adam Lowry Undergoes Surgery
Recovery Timeline
Adam Lowry, the captain of the Winnipeg Jets, is expected to remain sidelined for about five to six months due to recent hip surgery. This lengthy recovery raises the possibility that he may miss the start of the next NHL season.
Player Performance
The 32-year-old center had an impressive season, tallying 16 goals and 18 assists over 73 games, marking his 11th year with the Jets. He played a pivotal role in the playoffs, contributing four goals in 13 games, including a memorable double-overtime winner against the St. Louis Blues in Game 7 of the first round.
Career Overview
Born in St. Louis, Lowry was drafted by the Jets in the third round of the 2011 NHL Draft. Throughout his tenure with Winnipeg, he has compiled 121 goals and 152 assists in 775 regular-season games, as well as 15 goals and nine assists over 62 playoff appearances. He was appointed captain prior to the current season.
Contract Situation
Lowry is set to enter the final year of his five-year contract, valued at $16.25 million, during the upcoming 2025-2026 season. Following this contract, he will become a free agent in the summer of 2026.
