Vesalainen was sent down to AHL Manitoba on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Vesalainen split time between the KHL and AHL last season, notching six goals and 11 helpers in 31 appearances for Helsinki Jokerit before adding 13 points in 22 games with Manitoba. The Finn will start the year in the minors, but should be one of the first players the Jets turn to when dealing with injuries up front this year.