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Carolina Hurricanes consider trade for Connor Hellebuyck amid draft events

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes consider trade for Connor Hellebuyck amid draft events
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The Winnipeg Jets are fielding trade offers for goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, with the Carolina Hurricanes reportedly making a proposal involving defenseman Alexander Nikishin and a late first-round pick. Hellebuyck is a two-time Vezina Trophy winner and has an impressive save percentage history. The Hurricanes have limited cap space, with $11.1M available, making it challenging to accommodate both Hellebuyck and defenseman John Carlson, whom they recently acquired. As the NHL free agency approaches, discussions around Hellebuyck’s potential move continue among varying teams.

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  • •Hellebuyck won the Vezina Trophy in 2024 and 2025.
  • •The Hurricanes offered Nikishin and a late first-round pick for Hellebuyck.
  • •Carolina has $11.1M in cap space, complicating a potential deal.
  • •Other interested teams include the Buffalo Sabres and Florida Panthers.
  • •Discussion continues as free agency approaches.
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