Vegas Golden Knights lose out on Connor Hellebuyck as a new Adin Hill wrinkle emerges

The Vegas Golden Knights missed out on acquiring goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who was instead traded to the New Jersey Devils from the Winnipeg Jets. The reported return for Winnipeg includes Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws, Alexander Command, Nick Bjugstad, and two draft picks. Vegas was unable to complete a deal in part because Winnipeg is on goaltender Adin Hill's no-trade list.

According to the report, Hill's six-year contract carrying a $6.25 million cap hit and his no-trade clause complicated potential trade discussions for Vegas general manager Kelly McCrimmon. Jacob Walters writes that the Golden Knights must now proceed with Hill and Carter Hart in net, arguing that the team must make defensive adjustments to remain competitive for the Stanley Cup.