What happened: Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed Thursday that he asked Winnipeg for a trade several months ago. Florida previously acquired Jacob Markstrom and Akira Schmid to form its goaltending tandem.
Why it matters: Hellebuyck controls any destination through a full no-movement clause. Florida also lacks another first-round pick until 2030, raising the potential roster cost of a deal.
By the numbers: Hellebuyck has five years left at an $8.5 million annual value. Markstrom carries a $6 million annual value for two more years, while Schmid signed a two-year, $4 million contract.
What to watch: Watch whether Winnipeg receives an acceptable offer from a destination Hellebuyck approves. Florida must decide whether an upgrade in net warrants disrupting its current roster.