Winnipeg Jets Explore Trade Offers for Goalie Connor Hellebuyck

The Winnipeg Jets are listening to trade offers for goalie Connor Hellebuyck, with five seasons remaining on his seven-year contract.

What's behind the decision?

The 33-year-old Hellebuyck had knee surgery in mid-November and returned Dec. 13, with 345 wins since the 2015-16 season, second behind Andrei Vasilevskiy.

Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff said the team is exploring options to fill holes in other areas.

How does this impact the team?

The Winnipeg Jets are currently 12th in the Western Conference, with a 35-35 record, on a L4 streak, as of June 29, 2026.

Cheveldayoff mentioned the team's needs, saying they are always listening to opportunities.

What's next for Hellebuyck?

Hellebuyck has won at least 30 games six times, including two 40-win seasons, and his 45 shutouts rank first.

The Winnipeg Jets selected center Viggo Bjorck with the No. 8 pick in the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft.

Cheveldayoff said the team will try to find a way to fill holes in other areas, depending on how bad a team wants something.

The Winnipeg Jets have needs, and Cheveldayoff is making outgoing calls to explore opportunities.