Hellebuyck Trade Talks Heat Up

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff is reportedly open to trade offers for superstar goalie Connor Hellebuyck, amid a disappointing playoff-less season following their Presidents’ Trophy win. Though Cheveldayoff wouldn’t confirm if Hellebuyck requested a move, he admitted to having frank talks with the Vezina and Hart Trophy winner — who also earned a Presidential Medal of Freedom for leading Team USA to Olympic gold. Hellebuyck’s five-year, high-salary contract with a no-movement clause complicates any deal, requiring his approval. While Cheveldayoff says he’s “still listening,” no offers…