From Newsweek · Michael DeRosa · · 1m 10s
Hellebuyck demands out, won't report to Jets camp
The reigning Hart Trophy winner has publicly requested a trade and is expected to skip training camp.
In brief
The reigning Hart Trophy winner has publicly requested a trade and is expected to skip training camp. Connor Hellebuyck's refusal to report signals the Winnipeg Jets must trade their star goalie before the season starts or face a major roster crisis. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Star goalie requests trade
Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed he wants out of the Winnipeg Jets, though he had requested the trade months earlier.
Won't report to training camp
TSN insider Darren Dreger reported that Hellebuyck is expected to skip the start of the Jets' training camp this week.
“I do not believe Connor Hellebuyck will report to the opening of Winnipeg Jets training camp this week.”
Jets must trade him quickly
Hellebuyck's refusal to report puts pressure on Winnipeg to find him a new team before the season starts or face a major roster crisis.
Potential landing spots emerge
The New Jersey Devils, Buffalo Sabres, and Carolina Hurricanes are among teams that could use goaltending help.
Elite credentials on the line
Hellebuyck won the Hart, Vezina, and Jennings Trophies in 2024-25 with a 47-12-3 record and .925 save percentage in 62 games.
What matters most
Connor Hellebuyck's refusal to report signals the Winnipeg Jets must trade their star goalie before the season starts or face a major roster crisis.
