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Winnipeg Jets

Defenseman #4

Healthy
Height / Weight 6'0"  /  190 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) Jul 29, 1995 (31)

2026-27 Rankings

Current D29

Season Stats

SCORING
SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
2017-18NYRD2876.52211314541.90004112-1
2018-19NYRD73174.043620261324.52009835-16
2019-20WPGD71623.959639451773.43007832+10
2020-21WPGD54425.733329321003.01007420+6
2021-22WPGD77517.835331341402.11009146+5
2022-23WPGD82591.7361023331427.010012944-12
2023-24WPGD82563.928528331463.410011863+9
2024-25WPGD69556.8331029391238.140010144+21
2025-26WPGD51322.5203912973.11007537+1
2026-27WPGD880.45156147.10001320
Career 595 3933.2 314 48 226 274 1125 4.3 14 0 0 818 335 +23

Game Log

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TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
Oct 2, 2026 WPGBOSD4.3000020.000010-1
Oct 4, 2026 WPGDETD12.7100030.000040-1
Oct 5, 2026 WPGPITD4.3100020.0000100
Oct 7, 2026 WPGCOLD9.1101110.000020+1
Oct 9, 2026 WPGANAD1.31000000010-3
Oct 13, 2026 WPGMIND14.1002210.000020+2
Oct 15, 2026 WPGCHID28.81123425.000010+1
Oct 17, 2026 WPGCARD2.8000010.000012+1
Last 8 77.4 5 1 5 6 14 7.1 0 0 0 13 2 0

Neal Pionk News

Neal Pionk  • D  •  Jets

Neal Pionk Out Week-to-Week With New Injury

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) was labeled week-to-week by head coach Scott Arniel on Tuesday. The 30-year-old was on track to return to the lineup after missing 11 games with a lower-body injury, but a new health issue will keep him sidelined longer. Pionk has had a difficult 2025-26 campaign, posting only eight points (two goals, six assists) in 40 outings. He has also logged 76 shots, 64 blocks, and 84 hits. With Josh Morrissey (upper body) sidelined as well, the rest of Winnipeg's defense faces increased pressure to step up their play.
Feb 24   
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Neal Pionk Lands on Injured Reserve, Out Week-to-Week

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday, retroactive to Jan. 13. The move came after Jets head coach Scott Arniel labeled Pionk week-to-week. The 30-year-old aggravated an undisclosed injury during Tuesday's win over the New York Islanders. Pionk has been disappointing on the offensive end this season, posting only eight points (two goals, six assists) in 40 games. Defensively, he has contributed 64 blocked shots and 84 hits. Colin Miller (lower body) and Haydn Fleury (upper body) are also week-to-week, meaning the Jets must currently maneuver without three defensemen.
Jan 14   
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Neal Pionk Returns to Jets Lineup

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (lower body) will return from a four-game absence on Wednesday against the Montreal Canadiens. He will link up with Dylan Samberg on the second defensive pairing. This season, Pionk has not lived up to fantasy expectations. In 21 outings, he has been limited to five points (one goal, four assists). Additionally, Pionk has logged 43 shots, 36 blocks, and 42 hits. On Wednesday night, Pionk could find some offensive success, as Montreal allows the second-most goals in the league (3.60) and has one of the worst save percentages (.875).
Dec 4   
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Neal Pionk Remains Out Monday

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (lower body) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Monday versus the Buffalo Sabres. The Jets lost Pionk to a lower-body injury on Nov. 23 and will be without him for at least one more game. Pionk has registered five points (one goal, four assists), 43 shots, 36 blocks, and 42 hits in 21 outings this season. It's been a down year for Pionk, who has previously been a regular 30-point scorer. Elias Salomonsson and Luke Schenn have received playing opportunities during Pionk's absence. Schenn re-entered the lineup with a two-assist effort on Saturday against the Nashville Predators and is expected to remain on the second defensive pairing on Monday. Meanwhile, Colin Miller will continue to skate with the second power-play unit.
Dec 1   
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Neal Pionk Sustains Lower-Body Injury Sunday

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (lower body) won't return to Sunday's contest against the Minnesota Wild. He logged only a couple of minutes of ice time before suffering a lower-body injury. Pionk has played a huge role on the Jets' blue line, averaging a career-high 23:46 of ice time this season. He has registered five points (one goal, four assists), 43 shots, 36 blocks, and 41 hits. If Pionk has to miss time, the Jets will likely bring Luke Schenn back into the lineup. Schenn has minimal fantasy value due to his limited offensive skills.
Nov 23   
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Neal Pionk Has Three Assists In Game 7 Victory

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk played a crucial role in Sunday's comeback win against the St. Louis Blues, helping the team move into the second round of the playoffs with a three-assist effort in a 4-3 double-overtime win. Pionk picked up a power-play helper in the second period on a Cole Perfetti goal and registered two even-strength assists when the Jets turned a 3-1 deficit into a victory. Following Josh Morrissey's (upper body) early exit, Pionk had a massive workload in the game, setting a new franchise record with 46:15 of ice time. His night at the office included three shots, four blocks, and six hits. Winnipeg will need similar performances from Pionk going forward if Morrissey has to miss additional time.
May 5, 2025   
Neal Pionk  • D  •  Jets

Neal Pionk Viewed As Week-To-Week

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) is viewed as week-to-week. Pionk was unable to practice on Wednesday and Thursday. Fantasy managers should expect Pionk to miss Friday's contest against the Stars and potentially Sunday's against the Kraken as well. Before his injury, Pionk was held off the scoresheet in each of his previous six contests. During this stretch, Pionk logged nine shots on goal, with nine hits and six blocked shots. Before this stretch, Pionk tallied five points over his last eight. During this stint, the 29-year-old found the back of the net two times and added three helpers. Through 66 total contests, Pionk has tallied 37 points with 11 of them coming on the power play. With Pionk sidelined, fantasy managers should expect Colin Miller to enter the starting lineup.
Mar 14, 2025   
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Neal Pionk Misses Second Straight Practice

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) missed his second-straight practice on Thursday morning. As a result, the 29-year-old is in danger of missing Friday's contest against the Dallas Stars. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during Friday's morning skate as he could be a game-time decision. Over his last six contests, Pionk has been held off the scoresheet and logged just nine shots on goal with six blocks. Before this offensive slump, Pionk tallied five points (two goals) over eight games while averaging 2.65 shots on goal per game. Through 66 total games this season, Pionk has scored nine goals and added 28 helpers. Fantasy managers should expect Colin Miller to enter the starting lineup and for Luke Schenn to have an uptick in ice time.
Mar 13, 2025   
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Neal Pionk Records Three Assists In Historic Win

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk came away with three assists as the team beat the Rangers 6-3 on Tuesday, becoming the first side in NHL history to win 15 of its first 16 games in a season. Pionk has been an integral part of the success, totaling 17 points (three goals, 14 assists) in 16 games. This puts him tied with teammate Josh Morrissey for the second-most points among all blue-liners. The two have feasted at the back despite skating on different defensive pairings and power-play units. Pionk doesn't shy away from the dirty work either, having registered 28 blocks and 21 hits for the campaign.
Nov 13, 2024   
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Neal Pionk Has Career Night With Four Points

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk had the first four-point outing of his career on Friday, finishing an 8-3 victory over San Jose with a goal and three assists. Pionk closed out a four-goal first period for the Jets with a power-play goal and had two points with the man advantage overall. He was plus-two for the game and registered two shots with one hit in 19:20 of ice time. The 29-year-old now boasts five points (one goal, four assists) in four games for the season, working on the second defensive pairing and the second power-play unit. He offers solid production across all categories and benefits from playing on a hot team that's 4-0-0 to start the season.
Oct 19, 2024   
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Neal Pionk Misses Thursday's Practice

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) was absent from Thursday's practice, but he is expected to play against the Stars on Friday. Pionk has totaled two goals and 24 points through 49 games, ranking second among points from Jets defensemen. Pionk should be rostered across standard formats as he will contribute across the board down the stretch of the season.
Mar 4, 2022   
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Neal Pionk Suspended For Two Games

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk has received a two-game suspension for kneeing Toronto's Rasmus Sandin in Sunday's 6-3 win. This is the first career suspension for the 26-year-old, and he'll miss Tuesday's matchup against Carolina and Thursday's meeting with Seattle. Pionk is eligible to return to the lineup on Friday versus Vancouver. He drops out of the lineup after posting back-to-back multi-point games. The Omaha, Nebraska native plays a very important role on the power play for Winnipeg and skates on the second defensive pairing. He's tallied six power-play points this season and boasts 16 points in total in 24 appearances.
Dec 7, 2021   
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Neal Pionk Ends Point Drought With Helper

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk found his way into the box score Monday night with an assist during the Jets 3-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Pionk had 10 points in his first 12 games but had gone five straight contests without a point. That changed when he connected with Dominic Toninato on a goal. This gave Winnipeg a 1-0 lead they would later relinquish. Pionk also had two shots, three blocked shots and two hits while playing just over 21 minutes on Monday. Pionk could again come close to his 2019-20 campaign when he tallied 45 points in 71 games.
Nov 23, 2021   
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Neal Pionk Inks Four-Year Contract With Jets

The Winnipeg Jets made sure their most offensively-talented blueliner stayed in Manitoba on Wednesday, signing defenseman Neal Pionk to a four-year, $23.5 million contract ($5.875 million average annual value). Following a trade from the New York Rangers (in exchange for defenseman Jacob Trouba) two summers ago, Pionk has blossomed into one of the Jets' most-valued rearguards and a fantasy darling alike. In 125 games over the past two seasons, the 26-year-old has tallied 77 points (nine goals, 68 assists) to go along with a plus-16 rating, 277 shots, 152 blocks and 302 hits. Given his excellent cross-category production, Pionk should be treated as a borderline top-10 fantasy defenseman in upcoming drafts.
Aug 12, 2021   
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Neal Pionk Back In The Lineup For Winnipeg

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk will draw back into the lineup versus Vancouver on Tuesday. Pionk missed the last two Jets contests for undisclosed reasons. He will play in replacement of Ville Heinola. The Omaha Nebraska native will likely be inserted back on the Jet's second defenseman pairing skating alongside Derek Forbort. Winnipeg and fantasy managers will benefit from having Pionk back as he has added 31 points in 52 contests in 2021.
May 11, 2021   
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Neal Pionk Sits Out On Saturday Night

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (undisclosed) won't play on Saturday against Ottawa and is listed day-to-day. His injury is described as a very minor problem, so there seems to be a strong chance that he returns for Monday's meeting with Vancouver. Pionk had played in every single game so far this season for the Jets, and he's been the team's most prolific blueliner with 31 points in 52 outings. The 25-year-old has also been a big force on the defensive end with 133 hits. His spot will go to Jordie Benn on Saturday. The veteran will make only his fifth appearance for the team since arriving from Vancouver last month.
May 8, 2021   
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