{
  "id": 3804819,
  "title": "Michigan's Connor Hellebuyck confirms he has asked Jets for a trade",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/michigans-connor-hellebuyck-confirms-he-has-asked-jets-for-a-trade",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T19:38:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/michigans-connor-hellebuyck-confirms-asked-193856274.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Connor Hellebuyck, the accomplished goaltender from Michigan, has announced on Thursday that he has requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets. This marks his only NHL team since joining the league in the 2015-16 season. The request was made privately several months ago, and Hellebuyck confirmed it on the eve of training camp, expressing gratitude to Jets fans. Hellebuyck, 33, stated in a statement on social media that Winnipeg has been his home throughout his NHL career and that he will always be grateful for the opportunity the team provided him. He highlighted June 23, 2012, as the day Winnipeg took a chance on him, a moment that solidified his belief the team made the right decision. Hellebuyck requested the trade while striving to manage the situation quietly and respectfully, giving the organization ample time to explore its options. With training camp approaching, he deemed it crucial to publicly confirm his request, maintaining that his position has not changed. Hellebuyck emphasized that moving on is the best path forward for him and his family. He expressed deep appreciation for the unwavering support of Winnipeg Jets fans throughout his career and hoped for a resolution soon. Hellebuyck, a four-time NHL All-Star and two-time Vezina Trophy winner, also earned the Hart Trophy, awarded to the league's Most Valuable Player, in 2025. In February, he led Team USA to its first Olympic gold medal since 1980, setting a record with 41 saves in the championship game against Team Canada, earning the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Hellebuyck, who still resides in Metro Detroit, was also named a Detroit News Michiganian of the Year earlier this year.",
  "summary": "Connor Hellebuyck, who grew up in Commerce and attended Walled Lake Northern High School, is one of the top goaltenders in the NHL.",
  "key_points": [
    "Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade from Winnipeg Jets.",
    "Hellebuyck has been with Jets since 2015-16 NHL season.",
    "He expressed gratitude to Jets fans and hoped for resolution soon."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}