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The Winnipeg Jets have traded goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for forwards Dawson Mercer and Nick Bjugstad, goalie Nico Daws, prospect Alexander Command, a 2029 second-round pick, and a 2027 seventh-round pick. The trade ends a lengthy standoff after Hellebuyck, 33, failed to report to training camp and was suspended, forfeiting $927,835.05 in salary. Hellebuyck, a three-time Vezina Trophy winner and Olympic gold medalist with Team USA, spent all 11 seasons of his NHL career with the Jets.
The Devils, aiming to strengthen their roster, will have Hellebuyck share goaltending duties with Jake Allen. Hellebuyck has five seasons remaining on his seven-year contract with an $8.5 million annual cap hit. He is expected to make his return to Winnipeg on Nov. 10 when the Devils visit the Jets.
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