Connor Hellebuyck traded to New Jersey as Winnipeg Jets end bitter standoff with US Olympic hero
Summary
Connor Hellebuyck, a top NHL goalie and US Olympic gold medalist, has been traded from the Winnipeg Jets to the New Jersey Devils. The Jets ended a long standoff caused by Hellebuyck’s trade request and suspension after he refused to attend training camp.Key Facts
- Hellebuyck won the Vezina Trophy three times as the NHL’s best goalie.
- He was traded to New Jersey in exchange for several players and future draft picks.
- The trade ends months of conflict after Hellebuyck asked to leave Winnipeg and was suspended for not reporting to camp.
- Hellebuyck helped the US win Olympic gold in February 2024.
- He spent 11 years with the Jets before the trade.
- The Devils hope Hellebuyck will make them better Stanley Cup contenders.
- Hellebuyck’s contract has five years left with a yearly salary impact of $8.5 million on the team’s budget.
- The Jets had trouble trading him because of his high salary and age.
- Hellebuyck had strong regular seasons but a weaker playoff record with Winnipeg.
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