Devils consider Hellebuyck trade; Makar signs record extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 1:12 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Connor Hellebuyck's trade request has placed the New Jersey Devils in discussions about acquiring the three-time Vezina winner, though the team faces cap constraints and goalie uncertainties. Meanwhile, Cale Makar has signed a record extension with the Colorado Avalanche, solidifying his position as the highest-paid defenseman in NHL history. These developments come as the Devils analyze their roster and the prospects they have in the pipeline, particularly focusing on Alexander Command's potential. Trade talks around Hellebuyck are expected to intensify as the season approaches.
- •Hellebuyck's trade request has raised interest in New Jersey.
- •Cale Makar's extension keeps him with Colorado through 2034-35.
- •The Devils are evaluating their goalie situation ahead of the season.
- •Alexander Command is identified as a promising Devils prospect.
- •Buffalo is also considered a strong candidate for Hellebuyck's trade.
- 1:12 PMYahoo Sports — Devils Daily: Hellebuyck Trade Talk; Makar’s Historic Deal; Command’s Floor
"When Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request went public, many drew a line to the New Jersey Devils in terms of a […]
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