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Connor Hellebuyck requests trade from Winnipeg Jets ahead of camp

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Connor Hellebuyck requests trade from Winnipeg Jets ahead of camp

Summary

Connor Hellebuyck confirmed on Thursday that he has requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets. The three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender stated he made the request months ago, now feeling it necessary to go public as training camp approaches in about three weeks. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff acknowledged the team's efforts to trade Hellebuyck, who has been an integral part of the organization, but did not provide further updates. Hellebuyck, who missed time due to injury last season, expressed hope for a timely resolution. His contract extends to 2031 with a salary cap hit of $8.5 million.

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Status Watch

•Hellebuyck has played his entire NHL career with the Jets.
•He was voted MVP in the 2024-25 season.
•Hellebuyck's save percentage dipped to.895 last season.
•He holds a contract through 2031 at $8.5 million annually.
•The Jets missed the playoffs last season after underperforming.

Latest Updates

11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Winnipeg Jets Respond To Connor Hellebuyck's Trade Request Becoming Public
10:02 PMYahoo Sports — Winnipeg Jets star goalie and U.S. Olympian Connor Hellebuyck goes public with trade request
7:30 PMBleacher Report — Connor Hellebuyck Addresses NHL Trade Rumors Amid Sabres Buzz Ahead of 2026-27 Season - Bleacher Report

What they're saying

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General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff addresses the star goaltender’s public demand for a change of scenery as the organization weighs high-stakes trade offers ahead of a looming training camp.
— Yahoo Sports