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Jets suspension of Hellebuyck set to expire amid trade talks
The suspension could cost Hellebuyck over $925,000 as the Jets consider his future.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Bleacher Report said the Winnipeg Jets' disciplinary suspension of star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck is slated to end next Friday, after the player failed to report to training camp. The suspension, invoked under a CBA clause, has already cost Hellebuyck more than $925,000 in forfeited salary, according to The Athletic's Chris Johnston and Murat Ates, cited by Bleacher Report.
Hellebuyck, a three‑time Vezina Trophy winner, announced a trade request in late August and told the Jets in September he would not attend camp. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff said the club wants to get the trade "right" rather than rush a deal. Potential suitors include the Edmonton Oilers, Buffalo Sabres, Carolina Hurricanes and Los Angeles Kings, with the Oilers viewed as a logical fit. Hellebuyck holds a full no‑move clause this season, meaning both he and the Jets must agree to any trade.
Key facts
- Connor Hellebuyck's suspension expires next Friday (bleacherreport.com)
- The suspension has cost him over $925,000 in salary (bleacherreport.com)
- Hellebuyck requested a trade in late August and refused to report to camp (bleacherreport.com)
- Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff wants to secure a "right" trade (bleacherreport.com)
- Potential trade partners include Edmonton, Buffalo, Carolina and Los Angeles (bleacherreport.com)
Sources
- [1] bleacherreport.com — originally reported as “New NHL Rumors Update Connor Hellebuyck's Jets Suspension Timeline After Goalie's Trade Request”
