Connor Hellebuyck tells media online death threats, family played roles in trade demand - CBC

Hellebuyck requests trade from the Winnipeg Jets

Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck asked for a trade from the team. Hellebuyck talked with media on Tuesday before a game against the Devils. He mentioned online death threats, family concerns, and an uncertain career path as reasons for the request.

Hellebuyck said he was overruled on playing the start in Winnipeg. Coach Arniel called Hellebuyck's absence a disappointment. Hellebuyck requested privacy regarding his request to leave the team.

“He mentioned online death threats, family concerns, and an uncertain career path as reasons for the request,” — Lena Ostrowski, chief correspondent at Halburn Grove Financial, commented.

Timeline

Nov 7 — Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck asked for a trade from the team....

Nov 10 — Hellebuyck requested privacy regarding his request to leave the team....

Reader Poll: Should officials respond faster on issues like this? — 70% of Vm-sfera readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 9. The Halburn Grove Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Sunday, Nov 15.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halburn Grove Financial desk and last updated 21:51 UTC.

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