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Jets consider trading goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to Eastern Conference team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:29 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Jets consider trading goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to Eastern Conference team

Summary

Trade speculation regarding Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has intensified this offseason. Analysts have started discussing potential trade scenarios, suggesting the player could be moved to an Eastern Conference contender. Following a disappointing season where he posted a.895 save percentage, Hellebuyck expressed concerns about the Jets' competitiveness. Analyst Jim Matheson proposed a trade to the Florida Panthers in exchange for center Anton Lundell and a high draft pick. However, any trade would require Hellebuyck's consent due to his full no-movement clause.

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Market Watch

•Hellebuyck expressed frustration with Winnipeg's performance at season's end.
•Matheson suggested trading Hellebuyck to Florida for Lundell and a draft pick.
•Florida has shown interest in acquiring Hellebuyck this offseason.
•Hellebuyck has five years remaining on his contract with an $8.5 million cap hit.
•Trade would require Hellebuyck's approval due to his no-movement clause.

Latest Updates

12:29 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Cobble Together Free Agent Goaltending’ — Jets Urged to Consider Trading Connor Hellebuyck To Eastern Conference Giants

What they're saying

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The speculation surrounding Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has reached another level this offseason. What began as frustration following a disappointing season has now evolved into legitimate trade chatter, with analysts and insiders openly discussing scenarios that would send the franchise netminder elsewhere.
— Yahoo Sports

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