Devils Acquire Connor Hellebuyck From Winnipeg Jets
The New Jersey Devils have acquired U.S. Olympic goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets in a blockbuster trade, ending months of speculation and bolstering the Devils' goaltending for Stanley Cup contention.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 23, 2026 —
The New Jersey Devils have acquired goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets in a trade, according to the available account. Hellebuyck is described as a U.S. Olympic goalie. The deal ends months of speculation about a possible move and is characterized as a major addition to New Jersey’s goaltending.
The account says the acquisition is intended to bolster the Devils as they pursue Stanley Cup contention. It does not provide details about the trade’s terms, including which players, draft picks or other assets may have changed hands. The value of the deal and any contract details are also not specified.
The timing of the trade was not provided, and the account does not state when Hellebuyck is expected to join the Devils or appear in a game for the team. It also does not include comments from Hellebuyck, either club or league officials. No additional information was provided about the circumstances behind the move or the Jets’ plans following the trade.
The available information therefore confirms the reported change in teams and identifies the move’s stated significance for New Jersey, but leaves key transaction details unanswered. The description of the trade as a blockbuster and the stated aim of contending for the Stanley Cup are characterizations in the account; no supporting details about the deal or the teams’ broader plans were included.
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