RUMOUR: We Just Found Out Where Connor Hellebuyck is Likely to Land

Testing the Market

The Winnipeg Jets spent the entire offseason exploring options to trade Connor Hellebuyck, but each day passed without any concrete deals materializing. Now, a team previously thought to be out of the Hellebuyck sweepstakes has rekindled their interest.

The Devils' Pursuit

The New Jersey Devils emerged as one of the NHL's surprise success stories this season, with Jack Hughes leading the charge with an impressive 99-point performance. Nico Hischier and Dougie Hamilton also made substantial offensive contributions. However, the Achilles' heel for the Devils turned out to be inconsistent goaltending.

A fresh rumor suggests that Connor Hellebuyck might find his way to the New Jersey Devils by year's end. Sources from HockeyBuzz.com have confirmed the Devils' keen interest in acquiring Hellebuyck, although details such as the acquisition cost and the possibility of a contract extension remain uncertain. Regardless, this potential move could transform the Devils into instant Stanley Cup contenders.

The Future in New Jersey

With Hellebuyck in the mix, the Devils could boast the NHL's most promising core, considering their average age. Players like Jack Hughes, Luke Hughes, Nico Hischier, and Simon Nemec still have ample room for development, while talents like Hellebuyck and Hamilton are entering their prime.

The Devils would join the ranks of teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, and Edmonton Oilers in possessing one of the league's most talented core groups. What sets them apart is that most of these key players, except for Nemec and Luke Hughes, are locked into long-term contracts with reasonable salary cap hits. It remains to be seen whether the Devils can execute this deal and vault themselves into immediate Stanley Cup contention.

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