Kings express interest in trading for Jets' Connor Hellebuyck
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
The Los Angeles Kings are rumored to be interested in acquiring goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets. Hellebuyck, a former Hart Trophy winner, has requested a trade and is currently suspended by the Jets. Meanwhile, the Kings are struggling with an 0-3-2 start to the season. Hellebuyck would reportedly accept a trade to Los Angeles, and the Kings management is exploring the terms of a potential deal. However, the Kings may hesitate to give up their 2027 first-round pick if they believe it will be high in the draft.
- •Kings have not won any of their first five games this season.
- •Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade during the offseason.
- •Hellebuyck is currently suspended by the Jets.
- •Kings GM Ken Holland is assessing potential trade costs.
- •Hellebuyck is interested in a move to Los Angeles.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Kings tied to Connor Hellebuyck in latest trade rumors involving disgruntled Jets goalie
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