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Connor Hellebuyck traded to Devils as Jets end goaltender standoff
October 23, 2026 at 05:57 PM
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The Winnipeg Jets have traded three-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey, ending a months-long standoff over the goaltender's trade request.
- Winnipeg sent Hellebuyck to New Jersey for Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws, Alexander Command, Nick Bjugstad, a 2029 second-round pick and a 2027 seventh-rounder.
- Hellebuyck's suspension for failing to report to training camp ended Friday, the same day the trade was finalized.
- Hellebuyck requested a trade this summer, saying the move was in the best interest of him and his family.
- Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff confirmed the organization had requested additional security for Hellebuyck after his Olympic gold medal win, citing safety concerns.

