Connor Hellebuyck: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

After Larkin and Hellebuyck…who will be the biggest name traded in the NHL this season?

We know the likes of Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebuyck are virtual shoo-ins to be traded during the 2026-27 NHL calendar. But for the first DFO Roundtable of the season, let’s reach above that low-hanging fruit. Other than Larkin and Hellebuyck…who will be the biggest name traded in the NHL this season?

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Insider Reveals the Most Recent Trade Offers for Connor Hellebuyck

The Winnipeg Jets are trying to trade goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Hellebuyck is anxious to be traded. As it stands, nothing is close and there’s no imminent trade on the horizon.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 1

JJ Peterka, Bruins travel to face Connor Hellebuyck-less Jets

The Boston Bruins were looking to upgrade their speed and skill among their forwards over the offseason, leading to the acquisition of winger JJ Peterka in a trade with the Utah Mammoth.

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Insider wonders if Connor Hellebuyck would be open to Oilers trade despite current Canada stance

The Winnipeg Jets and goalie Connor Hellebuyck continue to be at a standstill as the 2026-27 NHL season gets underway. Hellebuyck is one of the elite goaltenders in the NHL and he was the gold-medal winning goaltender for the U.S.

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Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / October 1

Goalies Are Voodoo — So Why Is Connor Hellebuyck Still on the Market?

The NHL season is barely underway, and already we’re getting a fresh reminder of hockey’s most reliable truth: goalies are absolute voodoo. Predictability?

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

NHL Rumors: Marchenko Hurdles, Creative Canadiens, Hellebuyck Pivot, and a Wild Larkin Ask

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, how many hurdles did the Toronto Maple Leafs have to jump to land Kirill Marchenko? Meanwhile, how close were the Montreal Canadiens, reportedly the first and most motivated team to trade for and acquire the forward?

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / October 1

Insider: Changing Optics Might Help Oilers Acquire Connor Hellebuyck

Frank Seravalli added an interesting wrinkle to the standoff storyline between the Winnipeg Jets and Connor Hellebuyck on Thursday. In his latest Sportsnet column, the NHL insider suggested that Hellebuyck might be ready to change his stance on staying in the United States.

NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 1

Blues could be the key to a Connor Hellebuyck blockbuster

The St. Louis Blues could suddenly find themselves at the center of the NHL's biggest trade saga. St. Louis doesn't appear to be pursuing Connor Hellebuyck.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 29

The ‘most motivated pursuer’ in potential Connor Hellebuyck trade

Rumors have swirled this NHL offseason that the Winnipeg Jets will soon trade goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Hellebuyck has asked to leave the franchise.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / September 28

The Jets Just Gave Us a Clue About What Comes Next

The Winnipeg Jets just claimed Clay Stevenson off waivers. On the surface, given the Connor Hellebuyck situation, that's not exactly surprising. It was just a matter of which goalie it might be.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / September 28

Carolina’s Hellebuyck Pursuit Just Got a Lot More Complicated

Speaking on the FAN Hockey Show, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman weighed in on Carolina’s ongoing discussions involving Alexander Nikishin. And, more importantly, the team’s reported interest in Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 28

Big Nikishin Trade to Rangers Fell Apart, But Carolina Still Wants Hellebuyck

The Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers had the framework of an Alexander Nikishin trade in place earlier this offseason, according to Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 26

The Case For and Against the Sharks Trading for Connor Hellebuyck

For years, the idea of Connor Hellebuyck in a San Jose Sharks sweater would have been pure fantasy. He was the immovable franchise pillar for the Winnipeg Jets, a three-time Vezina Trophy winner and the 2025 Hart Trophy winner who signed a long-term deal and declared he wanted to be a Jet for life.

NHL News / Stadium Rant / September 25

Connor Hellebuyck Trade Rumors 2026: What It Would Cost the Canadiens or Oilers and Will It Happen

The Connor Hellebuyck trade saga isn’t going away, and it’s only gotten weirder over the past few weeks. The three-time Vezina Trophy winner and reigning Hart Trophy runner-up is currently suspended by the Winnipeg Jets, sitting at home instead of playing hockey, all because he wants out.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / September 24

Winnipeg & San Jose Reportedly Engaged in Hellebuyck Trade Talks

Connor Hellebuyck awaits a new NHL team to call home. One of the biggest hurdles to navigate is finding teams that have the need, or even a desire, to upgrade in net.

Winnipeg Jets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 23

Sharks, Jets Have Discussed A Connor Hellebuyck Trade

As Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck awaits a potential trade, one of the challenges at this point is finding teams that still have a need or a desire to swing for a big upgrade in goal. Back at the draft when trade talks first leaked, teams had some openings and more payroll flexibility than they do now.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 23

Are the Sharks a good fit for Connor Hellebuyck?

With one of the best goaltenders looking to move, would a young and rising team be the right fit? It has become clear that Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck wants out and refused to report to training camp as a result.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 22

Should Jets and Red Wings consider swapping disgruntled stars?

Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin and Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck have quite a bit in common.

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NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / September 21

Hellebuyck Trade Speculation Heats Up as Both Oilers and Canadiens Emerge as Suitors

The Connor Hellebuyck trade saga continues to gain momentum, with two Canadian franchises — the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens — now part of the conversation as potential landing spots for the star Winnipeg Jets goaltender.

Winnipeg Jets News / Stadium Rant / September 19

Connor Hellebuyck Trade Destinations 2026: Landing Spots After Jets Suspension

The Connor Hellebuyck trade destinations 2026 conversation just got a lot more urgent. One of the best goaltenders on the planet is no longer just rumored to want out of Winnipeg.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 18

Several NHL players want to leave their team, but refuse to address it

There is a continuing summer-long trend of top NHL players trying to force their way into a new situation, but also pretending like the entire thing is not happening.

Kirill Marchenko noncommittal about future with Blue Jackets

Red Wings' Dylan Larkin breaks silence after trade request, but says little

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Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Jets suspend Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp

The Winnipeg Jets announced Wednesday they have suspended goaltender Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp. According to a statement, general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff will speak with media Thursday morning to address the decision.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / September 16

Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, Jets headed for ugly split

Connor Hellebuyck, Jets headed for ugly split after goalie fails to report to training camp

The Winnipeg Jets and starting goalie Connor Hellebuyck appear headed for an ugly divorce, and they took another step toward that on Wednesday.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / August 27

Six potential trade destinations for Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck

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