Jets' Morgan Barron enters concussion protocol

Barron took a hit and fought an opponent, leading to head trauma

Mar. 27, 2026 at 3:18am

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Morgan Barron, a 27-year-old forward for the Winnipeg Jets, has entered the concussion protocol after exiting Thursday's game against the Colorado Avalanche. Barron took a hit from Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson and then immediately fought Manson, which likely contributed to the head trauma Barron sustained.

Why it matters

Concussions are a serious concern in the NHL, and Barron's injury could sideline him for an extended period as he goes through the league's concussion protocol. The Jets are already dealing with a short-handed roster, so Barron's absence could further strain their forward depth.

The details

According to reports, Barron will need to be cleared of all concussion symptoms before he is able to return to game action. The Jets currently have just 11 healthy forwards on their roster, so they may need to call up a player from the minors to fill out their lineup while Barron is sidelined.

  • Barron exited Thursday's game against the Avalanche.

The players

Morgan Barron

A 27-year-old forward for the Winnipeg Jets.

Josh Manson

A defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche who hit Barron, leading to the concussion.

Winnipeg Jets

The NHL team that Barron plays for.

Colorado Avalanche

The NHL team that the Jets were playing against when Barron sustained the concussion.

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What’s next

The Jets will need to monitor Barron's progress through the concussion protocol and determine when he will be cleared to return to the lineup.

The takeaway

Barron's concussion highlights the ongoing challenge of head injuries in the NHL and the importance of player safety protocols. The Jets will need to carefully manage Barron's recovery to ensure he is fully healthy before returning to game action.