Connor Hellebuyck traded to New Jersey as Winnipeg Jets end bitter standoff with US Olympic hero
The Guardian
Three-time Vezina winner leaves Winnipeg after 11 years
Devils send four players and two draft picks to Jets
Olympic gold medalist joins US teammate Jack Hughes
Connor Hellebuyck finally has a new home after the Winnipeg Jets granted the three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender’s trade request in a deal that sent him to the New Jersey Devils on Friday.
The Devils sent center Dawson Mercer, goalie Nico Daws, prospect Alexander Command, forward Nick Bjugstad, a 2029 second-round pick and a 2027 seventh-rounder to Winnipeg for Hellebuyck.
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