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Hellebuyck’s Value to the Jets Was Bigger Than the Numbers

Sometimes a hockey statistic gives you a reason to stop and look at a player a little differently. That happened when I saw a chart ranking NHL goalies by wins above replacement, or WAR.

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‘I hope they know I care about them’: Hellebuyck sends positive message to Jets fans

On Saturday morning in Newark, New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta introduced his new star goalie, Connor Hellebuyck, a bit under 24 hours after the news first started to break that Mehta had landed the disgruntled goalie in a blockbuster trade with the Winnipeg Jets.

Jack St. Ivany News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 24

Capitals Claim Jack St. Ivany Off Waivers From Jets

It turns out neither defenseman placed on waivers on Friday passed through successfully. Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Free Press reports (Twitter link) that the Capitals have claimed defenseman Jack St.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 24

Breaking Down Connor Hellebuyck’s Discounted Cap Hit

The early assessment of Friday’s Connor Hellebuyck trade has drawn mixed reviews. Some think that the Devils acquired him at a discount while others think the Jets made out rather well. Regardless of your take on the matter, New Jersey did indeed acquire the veteran netminder at a discount. That is, a discount in his cap hit.

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Which team missed out on Connor Hellebuyck the most?

While the New Jersey Devils are feeling fat and happy with their recent transaction, what about the teams that came up short in acquiring Connor Hellebuyck?

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Which Connor Hellbuyck are Devils getting?

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Connor Hellebuyck trade could open Devils' Stanley Cup window

The New Jersey Devils' trade for goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets on Friday afternoon is a potential game-changer for the organization's long-term outlook.

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Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Hellebuyck Trade Leaves Jets Caught Between Two Timelines

The Winnipeg Jets have resolved the Connor Hellebuyck situation, but their larger identity question remains unanswered. Friday’s trade sent Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils for Dawson Mercer, Alexander Command, Nico Daws, Nick Bjugstad, a 2029 second-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round selection.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Professor Press Box / October 23

Jets’ Hellebuyck Trade Is Already Changing More Than the Goalie Position

A blockbuster trade can change a hockey team quickly. But sometimes, the smaller roster moves that follow tell us just as much about what comes next. The Winnipeg Jets have made several moves following the Connor Hellebuyck trade, and they appear designed, at least in part, to make room for the players coming back.

Winnipeg Jets News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Winnipeg Jets Dump 27-Year-Old Defenseman After Big Trade

The Winnipeg Jets’ roster reshuffling after dealing Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils has put defenseman Jack St. Ivany on waivers, a move that underscores his status as a depth option rather than a fixture on the NHL blue line.

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Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Connor Hellebuyck: Honestly, How Good Is He?

So, just how good is Connor Hellebuyck? This graphic makes a pretty strong case that he belongs in the conversation with the best goalies of the past couple of decades—and it does it with a number that looks beyond wins and shutouts.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Jets Get Strong Return for Disgruntled Hellebuyck in Trade with Devils

Has Kevin Cheveldayoff done it again? The longtime Jets general manager (GM) has a good track record of getting strong returns for players even when seemingly backed in a corner.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Jets GM Cheveldayoff says team ‘very comfortable what we accomplished’ with Hellebuyck trade

The hockey world is still in shock over the blockbuster deal that finally ended the Connor Hellebuyck era in Winnipeg. Yet, the big boss man in Manitoba is pleased with how things came to a close.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Jets Place Vladislav Namestnikov On IR, Jack St. Ivany On Waivers

The Winnipeg Jets have made the necessary roster changes following a blockbuster trade that sent Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils. To open space for the two roster players included in the return, Winnipeg has moved forward Vladislav Namestnikov to injured reserve and placed defenseman Jack St.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 23

Connor Hellebuyck Traded to the New Jersey Devils: Thoughts from the Media

Puck Pedia: The New Jersey Devils added $1.65 million to their cap. To #NJDevils Connor Hellebuyck 33 y/o G, Yr 3/7 $8.5M to #GoJetsGo Dawson Mercer 24

Connor Hellebuyck News / Field Level Media / October 23

Devils acquire G Connor Hellebuyck from Jets for multiple players, picks

The New Jersey Devils acquired three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets on Friday. The trade comes on the same day as the conclusion of Hellebuyck's suspension for failing to report to training camp.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Trade Talk Sports / October 23

Jets Trade Connor Hellebuyck to Devils For Multiple Pieces

The Winnipeg Jets have finally traded goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. The deal came together on Friday, with several insiders reporting that the Jets and New Jersey Devils were working on the specifics of a multi-piece trade that will see the netminder return from his suspension.

Alexander Command News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

What are the Jets getting in Alexander Command?

The Connor Hellebuyck saga has finally come to an end. The Winnipeg Jets shipped the star goaltender to the New Jersey Devils on Friday afternoon, giving the Devils one of the best netminders in the world.

Connor Hellebuyck News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Devils Acquire Connor Hellebuyck in Blockbuster Trade With Jets

The Connor Hellebuyck trade saga has finally reached its conclusion, with the Winnipeg Jets trading their franchise goaltender to the New Jersey Devils in a blockbuster deal.

Connor Hellebuyck News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Devils and Jets Working on Blockbuster Connor Hellebuyck Trade

The New Jersey Devils and Winnipeg Jets are reportedly working toward a blockbuster trade involving star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, potentially bringing an end to months of uncertainty surrounding his future in Winnipeg.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Yardbarker / October 23

Jets' Connor Hellebuyck saga ends with trade to Devils

It appears as though the Connor Hellebuyck saga is finally coming to a close.

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Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Jets Suffering From Complete Lack of Secondary Scoring Once Again

10 games into the new season, the Winnipeg Jets are dealing with an old problem: a near-complete lack of scoring from outside their top line. The Jets have scored 26 goals this season, and 15 of those have come off the sticks of just two players: Kyle Connor (nine) and Cole Perfetti (six).

Walker Duehr News / Viral Sports News / October 19

Winnipeg Jets Suddenly Dump 6-Year NHL Veteran

The Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Walker Duehr on waivers, according to reporting from Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press. The 28-year-old began the 2026-27 season on the club’s opening injured reserve list after suffering a lower-body injury during the preseason.