Connor Hellebuyck Cites Family Threats for Trade Request, Dealt to New Jersey Devils
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck stated that incidents, described as "more than online death threats" and affecting his family, prompted his request for a trade from the team. He was later dealt to the New Jersey Devils.
Raleigh Durham, NC, November 10, 2026 —
Connor Hellebuyck, goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets, has revealed that his request for a trade from the team was prompted by incidents that he described as deeply personal and affecting his family. These events, which Hellebuyck characterized as “more than online death threats,” played a significant role in his decision to seek a move to a different organization.
The specifics of these incidents beyond the description provided by Hellebuyck were not detailed. The goaltender indicated that the situation escalated to a point where it impacted his family, leading him to request a trade from the Jets.
Following his trade request, Hellebuyck was subsequently dealt to the New Jersey Devils. The exact timeline of when these incidents occurred, when the trade request was formally made, and the precise details of the trade, including the date and any players or draft picks involved, were not immediately available.
Hellebuyck has been a prominent figure for the Winnipeg Jets, known for his performance in net. The motivation behind his request for a trade, as stated by the player himself, centers on security and the well-being of his family, stemming from threats that extended beyond typical online harassment.
Further details regarding the nature of the threats or any actions taken in response have not been disclosed. The trade to the New Jersey Devils now places Hellebuyck with a new team for the upcoming season.
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