On 15 July 2019, Heinola was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Winnipeg Jets.
Heinola scored his first career NHL goal on 8 October against Matt Murray of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Heinola posted 5 points through 8 games before he was re-assigned to AHL affiliate, the Manitoba Moose.
After appearing in 3 games with the Moose, Heinola was loaned to continue development with his Finnish club Lukko for the remainder of the season on 8 November.
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