 Paynter also appeared in one regular season game with Washington during the 1990-91 season, as well as a playoff game, earning no points.On May 21, 1991, Paynter, Tyler Larter, and Bob Joyce were traded to the Winnipeg Jets for Craig Duncanson, Brent Hughes, and Simon Wheeldon.Paynter joined the Winnipeg Jets for the 1991-92 season.