Connor will not be with the Jets' for the start of training camp Friday due to his ongoing contract negotiations.

EDGE Analysis

As NHL training camps kicked off, 14 restricted free agents remained unsigned, including Connor and teammate Patrik Laine. The 21-year-old is coming off back-to-back 30-plus goal campaigns in addition to setting career highs in goals (34), assists (32) and power-play points (19) last season. While the Jets probably want to sign Connor to a long-term deal as they recently did with defenseman Josh Morrissey, the two sides may have to settle for a short-term bridge deal instead.