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Hellebuyck Trade Still Possible for Sabres?
11 Jul
Summary
- Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck may still join the Sabres.
- A trade failure occurred before the NHL Draft due to price disagreements.
- Hellebuyck reportedly would waive his no-trade clause for Buffalo.
The Buffalo Sabres may still have a chance to acquire star goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets, even after a trade deadline passed. Reports indicated that the Jets aimed to complete a deal before the NHL Draft, likely to include the Sabres' No. 4 overall pick. However, disagreements over the asking price prevented an agreement.
Former Sabres goalie Martin Biron commented on the situation, suggesting Winnipeg might have overplayed their hand in negotiations. He indicated that while Hellebuyck could return to the Jets, his happiness there might be uncertain. Biron stated that a trade to Buffalo remains "still a possibility" before the upcoming season begins, especially given Hellebuyck's reported willingness to waive his no-trade clause to join the Western New York team.
