Sportsnet’s Sean Reynolds joins the Bleed Oil Blue Podcast to break down the latest surrounding Winnipeg Jets superstar goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, why he wants out of Winnipeg and what it could take for the Jets to trade him.

Could Connor Hellebuyck waive his no-trade clause for the Edmonton Oilers? Sean explains why he believes Hellebuyck could accept a trade to Edmonton and why Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff may want NHL players who can help Winnipeg win now rather than a package centered around draft picks.

We also get into Hellebuyck’s frustration following the Olympics, the narrative that he feels disrespected by Jets fans, how Winnipeg is reacting to the trade situation and how long a potential Hellebuyck trade could take.

Plus, Sean discusses whether the Jets can remain competitive without Hellebuyck, the possibility of a Winnipeg fire sale and Kevin Cheveldayoff’s long-term future as Jets GM.

If you follow the Edmonton Oilers, Winnipeg Jets, Connor Hellebuyck, NHL trade rumors, NHL news or the race for the Stanley Cup, this episode is for you.

Chapters

00:00​ Connor Hellebuyck Trade Request

00:22​ How Winnipeg Is Reacting

02:41​ Olympics, Frustration & the Jets

05:27​ Addressing Fan Disrespect Rumors

09:10​ Why Hellebuyck Wants to Leave

12:49​ Can the Oilers Trade for Hellebuyck?

18:20​ How Long Could a Trade Take?

22:30​ Jets Playoffs, Rebuild & Fire Sale?

23:47​ Kevin Cheveldayoff’s Future

24:30​ Final Thoughts