{
  "id": 8140738,
  "title": "Jets news: Connor Hellebuyck trade saga draws 'heartbroken' take from teammate",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/jets-news-connor-hellebuyck-trade-saga-draws-heartbroken-take-from",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T01:13:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jets-news-connor-hellebuyck-trade-011301278.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Winnipeg Jets find themselves in preseason turmoil surrounding goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Hellebuyck’s desire to be traded away from the team has led to his suspension, a move that marks a significant escalation leading up to the new season. This high-stakes situation has had a profound impact on the team's dynamics, particularly among Hellebuyck's fellow players. Former MVP Hellebuyck, who won the Hart Trophy in the 2024-25 season, has chosen not to report to training camp, further straining his relationship with the Winnipeg organization. Star winger Kyle Connor, who has known Hellebuyck for a long time, expressed his emotional response to the unfolding drama. \"As a player, all you can do is kind of deal with what’s in front of you. Obviously, the news is heartbreaking being a teammate of his for so long. It’s tough, it feels like we had such a special group here and for whatever reason, I can’t speak to the reason until we hear from the man. I’m not going to speculate on what it is, but I know that a lot of guys in that room that are heartbroken,\" Connor said. Hellebuyck’s value in the league is undeniable, having won the Vezina Trophy as the best goaltender in the NHL on three separate occasions. However, the Jets and Hellebuyck seem equally unwilling to make the first move in this ongoing standoff. The situation remains tense, potentially dragging on for an extended period as Hellebuyck’s teammates focus on preparing for the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "The Winnipeg Jets are embroiled in preseason drama with Connor Hellebuyck at this time. Hellebuyck wants a trade away from Winnipeg and has not reported to training camp. As a result, the Jets recently suspended the former MVP goaltender . This is a dramatic escalation ahead of the new season. Hellebuyck’s relationship with Winnipeg seems […] The post Jets news: Connor Hellebuyck trade saga draws…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "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."
}