Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade from the team. Hellebuyck spoke to reporters on Tuesday before a game against the Devils. He cited online death threats, family concerns, and a vague professional future as reasons for the request.
Hellebuyck said he was told no on starting the game in Winnipeg. Coach Arniel described Hellebuyck's absence as disappointing. Hellebuyck asked for privacy about his request to leave the team.
“Coach Arniel described Hellebuyck's absence as disappointing,” — Owen Marlowe, policy watcher at Wilcroft Bridge Financial, added during the briefing.
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Nov 11 — Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade from the team....
Nov 11 — Hellebuyck asked for privacy about his request to leave the team....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 9. The Wilcroft Bridge Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wilcroft Bridge Financial desk and last updated 00:06 UTC.