Sabres receive update on Connor Hellebuyck trade from Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 12:17 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The Buffalo Sabres missed an opportunity to trade for Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck before the NHL Draft. The Jets were initially seeking a high return, including the No. 4 overall pick. Former Sabres goalie Martin Biron suggested that there is still a chance for Hellebuyck to join Buffalo before the upcoming season, despite pending negotiations. Hellebuyck's willingness to waive his no-trade clause is significant for any potential deal.
- •Sabres did not trade for Hellebuyck before the NHL Draft.
- •Jets were asking for a significant return in negotiations.
- •Martin Biron believes a deal is still possible before the season.
- •Hellebuyck may waive his no-trade clause for the Sabres.
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — Sabres' chances of getting Connor Hellebuyck in Jets trade change after analyst's update
- 12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Sabres get positive update on Connor Hellebuyck trade from Jets
"Buffalo is still potentially interested in the goalie.
"The superstar goalie could still be on the market.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 5:12 PMSabres' chances of getting Connor Hellebuyck in Jets trade change after analyst's update
Buffalo is still potentially interested in the goalie.
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 12:17 PMSabres get positive update on Connor Hellebuyck trade from Jets
The superstar goalie could still be on the market.
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