Jets Near Hellebuyck Trade | NHL News

Winnipeg Jets nearly traded star goalie Connor Hellebuyck to the Buffalo Sabres, despite his willingness to waive his no-move clause — but only if the return could instantly make them Stanley Cup contenders. With a core of Scheifele, Connor, and Hellebuyck locked in long-term, GM Kevin Cheveldayoff’s message is clear: win now, not rebuild later. Hellebuyck, a Vezina winner and Hart finalist, is irreplaceable — especially with the Jets struggling offensively and facing a brutal division. No formal trade request exists, but the near-deal signals brewing tension. The Jets won’t risk their elite netminder unless the return is massive and immediate, making any move a high-stakes gamble. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/791dafdbf2e1f767