Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck asked for a trade from the team. Hellebuyck spoke to reporters on Tuesday before a game against the Devils. He cited online death threats, worries for his family, and a vague professional future as reasons for the request.
Hellebuyck said he was overruled on playing the start in Winnipeg. Coach Arniel described Hellebuyck's absence a disappointment. Hellebuyck asked for privacy about his desire to exit the team.
“Coach Arniel described Hellebuyck's absence a disappointment,” — Victor Fenwick, research director at Kesburn Bury Network, observed.
Timeline
Nov 9 — Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck asked for a trade from the team....
Nov 10 — Hellebuyck asked for privacy about his desire to exit the team....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Kesburn Bury Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Kesburn Bury Network desk and last updated 22:53 UTC.