Despite rescinding his trade request, Trouba said he didn't regret sitting out the first 13 games of the season.
"The statement I made at the time was how I felt," Trouba said. "It was something I wanted to see through, I owed it to myself to see it through.
"There's another side to the NHL that isn't hockey, it's the business side. No one really enjoys it or likes it but it's nature of this game.
"That's just what I decided to do. For personal choices, that can stay between me, my agent and [the Jets]. I did what I thought was best for my future. Things change over time. I want to be a hockey player and I'm truly honored to be here."
Trouba was seen smiling and chatting with teammates during Winnipeg's pregame skate. Asked if he thinks there will be any ill-will toward him from some of his teammates or the fans, Trouba said he hoped not.
"I hope teammates welcome me back," he said. "I understand if there are some hard feelings and if anybody wants to talk to me, I hope they feel welcome to do that. We are all trying to accomplish the same thing in this locker room.
"[The fans] can form their own opinions. It was never against them or the city. I understand if they're frustrated."
Jets captain Blake Wheeler said he gave Trouba a hug and told him, "Welcome back."
"I know there aren't any hard feelings," Wheeler said. "We're excited to have Jacob back. He's one of the more popular guys in our room. Throughout this whole process, the majority of guys were keeping in touch with him to see how he's doing. It was exciting to hear the news yesterday."
The Jets selected Trouba with the No. 9 pick in the 2012 NHL Draft. He had six goals, 21 points and a plus-10 rating in 81 games last season.