Devils land Connor Hellebuyck from Jets in blockbuster trade as New Jersey’s salary cap burden increases

The New Jersey Devils acquired goaltender Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets in a blockbuster trade, bringing a major addition to the club while increasing its salary-cap burden.

Trade follows turbulent Winnipeg offseason

Hellebuyck had requested a trade from Winnipeg over the summer. The goaltender was later suspended and had not appeared in a game this season before the move.

What the deal means for New Jersey

The acquisition gives the Devils Hellebuyck, but the larger financial commitment adds pressure to New Jersey’s salary-cap situation. The available information does not include the trade package or further contract details.

For Winnipeg, the transaction ends the immediate uncertainty surrounding a goaltender who had sought a change of teams. For New Jersey, the focus now shifts to managing the increased cap burden following the deal.