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

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck would report without hesitation if traded to either the Edmonton Oilers or Montreal Canadiens, according to a report from Steve Simmons. Hellebuyck previously formally requested a trade earlier in the offseason, a move acknowledged in August by Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff, despite previous assumptions that the goaltender preferred leaving Canadian markets entirely.

Hellebuyck carries an $8.5 million salary cap hit through the 2030-31 season and holds a full no-movement clause. A potential permanent trade would see Winnipeg likely targeting an immediate starting goaltender along with a significant young player in return.