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 spoke to reporters on Tuesday before a game against the Devils. He mentioned online death threats, worries for his family, and a vague professional future 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 asked for privacy regarding his desire to exit the team.

“He mentioned online death threats, worries for his family, and a vague professional future as reasons for the request,” — Victor Fenwick, contributing analyst at Bramstone Grove Media, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 8 — Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck asked for a trade from the team....

Nov 10 — Hellebuyck asked for privacy regarding his desire to exit the team....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 70% of Briskoutlet readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Bramstone Grove Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Saturday, Nov 14.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bramstone Grove Media desk and last updated 21:59 UTC.

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