Speculation Mounts Over Potential Hellebuyck Trade
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NHL insider Elliotte Friedman discusses the potential implications of the Winnipeg Jets trading their star goaltender for future assets.
Reports are surfacing, as Sportsnet first reported, regarding the trade status of Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. According to Sportsnet, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman appeared on the FAN Hockey Show on September 21, 2026, to address the ongoing situation surrounding the player.
During the segment, Friedman discussed whether the Jets are facing pressure to finalize a deal in the immediate future. A primary point of discussion centered on the potential impact within Winnipeg if the organization were to trade Hellebuyck specifically for "futures only," and whether such a move would create a broader ripple effect across the league and the franchise.