Jets trade Hellebuyck to Devils for multiple assets
The Winnipeg Jets traded veteran goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils on 22 October, receiving two forwards, a goalie, a prospect and two draft picks, a deal confirmed on 27 October as both clubs look ahead to the 2026-27 season. Earlier reports on 22 October said the Devils acquired Hellebuyck by sending forwards Dawson Mercer and Nick Bjugstad, goalie Nico Daws, draft rights and picks to Winnipeg. Subsequent coverage noted that Mercer joined the Jets as part of the transaction, while trade-rumor columns highlighted other teams considering moves early in the season.