How early-season goalie market impacts potential Hellebuyck trade

Oct 14, 2026, 6:06 PM ET|Comments (0)

from Sportsnet, by Jeff Hamilton,

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have done a superb job of blocking out the distraction of their franchise goaltender's trade holdout.

The Jets' 4-1-1 start has afforded general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff and his staff the opportunity to take a deep breath. Had Winnipeg stumbled out of the gate, questions surrounding Connor Hellebuyck would have only intensified. Eventually, the outside noise would take its toll inside the locker room.

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