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Connor Hellebuyck remains suspended amid trade talks with Jets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 6:09 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Connor Hellebuyck remains suspended amid trade talks with Jets

Summary

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck is suspended after requesting a trade and failing to report to Training Camp. Currently, the Jets are using Stuart Skinner as their starting goaltender while Hellebuyck, a multiple-time Vezina Trophy winner, forfeits over $300,000 in salary. The New York Rangers lost Igor Shesterkin for the season due to injury, leading to speculation about a potential trade for Hellebuyck. However, NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman expressed skepticism about this move due to the long-term contracts of both goalies. Hellebuyck is under contract through 2031 at an $8.5 million cap hit.

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By the Numbers

•Hellebuyck requested a trade after last season ends.
•He is suspended without pay for missing Training Camp.
•Stuart Skinner serves as the Jets' current starting goaltender.
•Rangers' Igor Shesterkin out for the season due to surgery.
•Friedman doubts a trade match between Hellebuyck and Rangers.

Latest Updates

6:09 AMYahoo Sports — NHL Insider Reveals Chances Of Connor Hellebuyck Landing With Metropolitan Team

What they're saying

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One of the major storylines in the NHL through the early goings of the 2026-27 NHL season is Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who has won the Vezina Trophy as the League’s best player at his position multiple times, requesting a trade and subsequently holding out of Training Camp and being suspended as a result. […] The post NHL Insider Reveals Chances Of Connor Hellebuyck Landing With Metropolitan Team appeared first on HEAVY.
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