Sportsnet 590 The Fan Hockey Show | Elliotte Friedman on a potential Connor Hellebuyck fit with the Sharks

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported on Sportsnet 590 The Fan Hockey Show that the San Jose Sharks and Winnipeg Jets have explored a potential trade fit involving goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Speaking with Matt Marchese, Friedman noted that exploratory conversations have taken place between the two franchises, though it remains unspecified which club initiated the contact.

Friedman highlighted San Jose as a logical destination for a trade, noting the 33-year-old netminder aims to contend over a two-to-three-year competitive window. However, questions remain regarding whether the rebuilding Sharks can contend quickly enough to align with Hellebuyck's remaining peak years.