Jets claim Clay Stevenson off waivers from Capitals

The Winnipeg Jets have claimed 27-year-old goaltender Clay Stevenson off waivers from the Washington Capitals. Stevenson is guaranteed to begin the 2026-27 NHL regular season on Winnipeg's roster, where he is expected to serve as the backup to starting goaltender Stuart Skinner.

Stevenson holds an $850,000 NHL cap hit for the final year of his contract before becoming an unrestricted free agent. With Connor Hellebuyck serving a team suspension, Stevenson steps into the NHL lineup after posting a 3-1-0 record in four games with Washington last season.