Jette returns to Wichia

WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's San Jose Sharks and American Hockey League's San Jose Barracuda, announced the re-signing of defenseman Tyler Jette for the 2026-27 season.

Jette, 28, returns for his fourth year with Wichita. A native of Farmington, Minnesota, he has collected 19 points (4g-15a) in 134 games in a Thunder uniform.

Before turning pro, Jette collected 28 points (5g-23a) in 87 career games at Lakehead University. He also tallied two helpers in nine playoff games with Lakehead in 2023-24.

Prior to heading to school, Jette played two seasons with the Alberta Junior Hockey League's Sherwood Park Crusaders. In 2018-19, he was named team captain and had a career-best 27 points (5g-22a) in 45 games.