from Tim Campbell of the Winniepeg Free Press,

That's because the Jets, like most clubs, have gone into their off-season mode, when business slows down.

Some fans are anxious there's been no word from the team, other than some talks had been taking place with representatives for captain Andrew Ladd and defenceman Dustin Byfuglien, who have one season remaining on their contracts.

The duo could become unrestricted free agents next summer. There had been hints of considerable progress in Ladd's case, but there has been no announcement of any deal.

The lack of news in August can generally be put down to summer mode in the world of pro hockey and is not likely cause for stress. The same will not be said around the time training camps open Sept. 17.

Other veteran Jets of 2014-15 remain unsigned. Jim Slater, Jiri Tlusty and Lee Stempniak appear at this point to be excluded from the team's future.

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