Walleye bring back Willets

Toledo, Ohio – Defenseman Jake Willets has agreed to terms with the Toledo Walleye for the 2023-24 season.

Action photo of Jake Willets of the Toledo Walleye

The Monroe, Michigan native joined the Walleye after completing his final college year at Lake Superior State to make his pro debut this past March. He made a splash by scoring goals in each of his first two professional games, notching his first on March 24 vs. Reading. Willets ended the year appearing in 10 contests for the Walleye with four points (2g-2a) and 15 penalty minutes.

He posted 12 points (4g-8a) for the Lakers during the 2022-23 season, which was his second year at Lake Superior after starting his college career at Ferris State. In total, the 23-year-old appeared in 120 college games with 54 points (15g-39a) and 89 penalty minutes. Willets was named to the WCHA All-Rookie Team for his efforts with Ferris State in the 2019-20 season.