What happened: Connor Hellebuyck said through agent Ray Petkau that he privately requested a trade several months ago and believes moving on is best for his family. His position remains unchanged, and he hopes for a resolution soon.
Why it matters: Winnipeg must now weigh moving the three-time Vezina winner against carrying an unresolved request into camp. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff said in June that the club was listening to offers.
By the numbers: Hellebuyck went 23-23-11 with a 2.86 goals-against average and .895 save percentage in 2025-26. He has spent all 11 of his NHL seasons with Winnipeg.
What to watch: Watch whether Winnipeg finds a trade partner before camp or enters the 2026-27 season with Hellebuyck still on the roster.