Five teams named as potential trade destinations for Connor Hellebuyck
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Jeff Marek and David Pagnotta used their platform on The Sheet to lay out five teams they believe could realistically land Connor Hellebuyck, as the Winnipeg Jets goaltender's trade request continues to dominate NHL offseason conversation.
Marek pointed to the Buffalo Sabres as the team with the clearest established interest, a link that has persisted since before Hellebuyck's request became public.
He also raised New Jersey as a team "a lot of us wonder about," while floating a scenario where Carolina swoops in after other suitors wear themselves out in the bidding.
San Jose rounded out Marek's list. Pagnotta added Utah to the mix, pointing to the Mammoth as a team that could use an upgrade in net.
Why These Teams Make Sense
Each club shares a common thread: legitimate need in goal paired with the assets to make a deal work. Buffalo has been searching for a true difference-maker between the pipes for years.
Carolina, fresh off a Stanley Cup run, lost Frederik Andersen in free agency and has a clear opening.
San Jose's young core built around Macklin Celebrini is ready to compete once its goaltending stabilizes, while Utah is looking for the final piece to push into true Western Conference contention.
New Jersey rounds out the group as a team that could use a proven veteran to anchor a young, talented roster.
Hellebuyck holds a no-movement clause through the 2026-27 season, meaning he ultimately controls where he lands.
Winnipeg general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff now faces mounting pressure to find a trade partner before training camps open in the coming weeks.
With five credible destinations already in play, the Hellebuyck sweepstakes figures to be one of the most closely watched storylines of the NHL offseason.
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