Hellebuyck Asks for Trade | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Winnipeg Jets star goalie Connor Hellebuyck has officially requested a trade, citing personal and family reasons — and with training camp looming, the move is suddenly urgent. Despite summer rumors linking him to Buffalo (which fell through), Hellebuyck’s public statement leaves no doubt: he’s serious. The Jets, unwilling to let their Vezina-winning netminder walk cheap, demand a top-six forward, a backup goalie, and a first-round pick. With his contract locked in until 2031, they have time — but not much room for negotiation. Speculation points to teams like Carolina, San Jose, or New…