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Jacob Trouba | Defenseman

Team: Winnipeg Jets
Age / DOB:  (19) / 2/26/1994
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 187
College: Michigan
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Jacob Trouba had an injury at the IIHF World Championship that caused him to miss three games, but he finished the tournament strong and helped the United States win the bronze medal.
"It was definitely an adjustment from where I was," Trouba said. "I hadn't played a game in a month and a half going into that, and I had never played at that level before. The first couple games were an adjustment, and then I got a little injured there for a little bit, and then when I came back I felt fine. I felt like I could keep up and I could play how I play at that level. So it went well." He recorded a goal and two assists in seven contests, while logging 13 minutes of average ice time per game. Trouba may find himself in Winnipeg's top-six defense group next season. May 22 - 9:51 AM

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Winnipeg GM Kevin Cheveldayoff stated Wednesday that the clubs' prospects will get every opportunity to remain at the NHL level at training camp next fall.

Mark Scheifele and Jacob Trouba are obviously at the top of the list and they could be NHLers as early as next year. "As an organization, I want every player to have the opportunity and feel that they have the opportunity to play at the level that they deserve to play," said Cheveldayoff. "With respect to those two individuals (Scheifele and Trouba) the opportunity is there in front of them." He will get a good look at Trouba during the world championship when Winnipeg's first-round pick in the 2012 draft plays for Team USA.
May 1 - 5:06 PM

Jacob Trouba skated Monday with the Jets at practice, but there's no timetable in place for when he'll make his NHL debut.

Winnipeg's first-round pick, ninth overall, in the 2012 draft signed his first pro deal with the team last week. Trouba may not see much action with the Jets entering the stretch run with his teammates trying to get a playoff spot, but he is expected to be a key part of their future. "I'm just practicing, learning, watching games and trying to pick up and seeing what I can learn from everybody out there," said Trouba, who will continue to soak up the NHL experience for now. "I'm just trying to get better. Everybody's been really nice. They've welcomed me here and have been helping me out as much as they can, so I'm thankful for that."
Apr 9 - 6:54 AM

The Winnipeg Jets have signed prospect Jacob Trouba to an entry-level contract.

"I am very pleased to announce we've come to terms. He'll be coming to Winnipeg. Jacob will join the team and get acclimated with the club," GM Kevin Cheveldayoff said during the second intermission of Tuesday night's match with the New York Islanders. Trouba isn't expected to take on a big role with the Jets and any time he sees from now until the end of the year will probably be limited. Still, he is a very good prospect who should be on your watch list especially for next season.
Apr 3 - 7:27 AM

Winnipeg prospect Jacob Trouba is considering his options after completing his first season with the University of Michigan last weekend.

If he decides to turn pro then he could end up in the AHL or even step into the NHL, although that option is probably less likely. Trouba notched 12 goals, 17 assists and 88 penalty minutes in 37 games with the Wolverines this season.
Mar 26 - 7:39 AM

Jacob Trouba will return to the University of Michigan after winning gold at the World Junior Championship, but he made a positive impression on the Jets brass at the tournament.

"We've seen him play in the under-18 program and in college this year but that's a different environment," assistant GM Craig Heisinger said after returning from Ufa, Russia. "There's a lot of pressure. He's a go-to guy." Heisinger also emphasized that Trouba is progressing as a player and a person, which he feels is important for growth at the NHL level.
Jan 7 - 10:24 AM

Winnipeg Jets' prospect Jacob Trouba was named as one of the All-Stars at the recently completed World Hockey Championships.

He was named as a defenseman alongside U.S. teammate and Buffalo Sabre prospect Jake McCabe. Canada's Ryan-Nugent Hopkins (Edmonton) the U.S.'s Johnny Gaudreau (Calgary) and Sweden's Filip Forsberg (Washington) were named as the forwards. American John Gibson (Anaheim) was a no-brainer choice as the goalie.

Jacob Trouba was among the 27 invitees for Team USA's selection camp.

He played in the tournament last year as a 17-year-old and feels that experience will help him this time around. "Last year, I was fighting for a spot at camp and then just fighting to make the team," Trouba said. "This year, I know what to expect going in, and so because I'm better prepared for it, I hope I can help the team be better prepared for it." The Winnipeg prospect has posted 10 points and 44 penalty minutes in 14 games with the University of Michigan during his freshmen campaign.
Wed, Dec 5, 2012 10:26:00 AM

Jacob Trouba might be a freshman, but he's not playing like one at Michigan.

The 18-year-old blueliner was selected ninth overall by the Jets in last year's draft. Not only is he playing first-pairing minutes, he's also producing at a high level with eight points in nine games. "He's been an impact defenseman, come in and played pretty well," said Michigan coach Red Berenson. "I would say really well at times. But like any young defenceman, he's going to make mistakes. At some point, he tries to do too much but that's a good thing rather than a bad thing. As he gets more experience, he's going to be a terrific player." Regardless, this early success is great news for Trouba, who was considered a "project" when he was drafted.
Fri, Nov 16, 2012 11:19:00 AM

Jacob Trouba will begin his freshman year at the University of Michigan in a few weeks, but for now he is attending Team USA's world junior evaluation camp in Lake Placid, N.Y.

Winnipeg selected Trouba with the ninth overall pick of the 20212 draft in what has been a busy summer. He was also in Winnipeg for a week in mid-July for the Jets' development camp. The rugged defenseman should get another long look next summer as well, but he's probably a year or two away from getting a crack at the NHL level.
Thu, Aug 9, 2012 10:15:00 AM

Winnipeg's 2012 first-round pick Jacob Trouba still plans to attend the University of Michigan in the fall.

His family released a statement to deny rumors that he might jump an offer to join the Kitchener Rangers of the OHL. The Michigan Daily reported that an anonymous OHL source suggested the Rangers were willing to compensate Trouba roughly $200,000 to play for them next season. The Rangers are considering a lawsuit against the The Michigan Daily for the story.
Wed, Jul 4, 2012 07:28:00 AM

The Winnipeg Jets drafted defenseman Jacob Trouba at No. 9 in the 2012 NHL Draft.

Trouba is a true project. He has all the physical tools NHL organizations are looking for, while being a great skater. He has a heavy point shot with the potential of playing on the power play at the next level. He is very difficult to knock off the puck, a testament to his physicality and athleticism. However, his decision making with the puck must improve. He has the physical ability to shut down opposing forwards, but further experience will help him progress in the defensive zone. Trouba’s raw ability and high upside alone will get him drafted fairly high. The Jets could really use a little bit of everything in their system and while they could've used some scoring flair, Trouba fits the mold of a punishing defenseman.
Fri, Jun 22, 2012 08:32:00 PM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
C1Bryan Little
2Olli Jokinen
3Alexander Burmistrov
4Mike Santorelli
5Jim Slater
6James Wright
LW1Andrew Ladd
2Evander Kane
3Eric Tangradi
4Chris Thorburn
5Antti Miettinen
RW1Blake Wheeler
2Kyle Wellwood
3Nik Antropov
4Anthony Peluso
5Aaron Gagnon
D1Dustin Byfuglien
2Tobias Enstrom
3Ron Hainsey
4Zach Bogosian
5Grant Clitsome
6Mark Stuart
7Derek Meech
8Paul Postma
9Zach Redmond
10Jacob Trouba
G1Ondrej Pavelec
2Al Montoya