NHL Rumor Mill – July 13, 2026

A Winnipeg Free Press columnist believes the Jets will trade goaltender Connor Hellebuyck this summer, citing the team's decision to sign Stuart Skinner as backup rather than re-sign Eric Comrie as evidence of the move. The Buffalo Sabres are considered the most logical landing spot, though San Jose and Carolina have also been mentioned as possible destinations. A previous deal between the Jets and Sabres involving Hellebuyck fell through during NHL Draft weekend, though Hellebuyck is reportedly still willing to waive his no-movement clause to join Buffalo.