Jets Mailbag: What does Connor Hellebuyck's next contract look like?
In this month's Winnipeg Jets mailbag, Ken Wiebe answers questions about Connor Hellebuyck's next contract and possible trade destinations for Pierre-Luc Dubois.
www.sportsnet.caHere’s the latest I can share based on recent public reporting:
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Connor Hellebuyck is under a seven-year contract with the Winnipeg Jets that was signed in October 2023, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of $8.5 million and a $59.5 million total value. The deal runs through the 2030-31 season. This contract structure keeps his cap hit at $8.5 million for each year of the agreement. [Source coverage from late-2023 through 2024-25 discussions reflects this contract framing and AAV.]
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There have been speculative discussions about potential long-term fits for Hellebuyck after the 2023-24 season, including talk of interest from other teams (e.g., New Jersey Devils) in the broader market, but there has been no public, finalized transaction or change of teams as of the latest reporting in 2025–2026. These pieces are reflective of trade/extension chatter rather than a completed deal.
If you want, I can pull the most up-to-date authoritative summaries (official team announcements or league filings) and provide a succinct, dated snapshot with exact contract terms and any recent status updates. Would you like me to do that?