Kevin Cheveldayoff

“He has been an important part of the Winnipeg Jets organization for many years, and we have tremendous respect for what he has accomplished here. While we will continue to work through the situation in a thoughtful manner, there is no update at this time.”

Kevin Cheveldayoff · said 2026-08-27 · reported 2026-08-27

Cheveldayoff's statement acknowledged Hellebuyck's contributions and said there was no update at this time.

“Connor has been open with us about his desire for a change,”

Kevin Cheveldayoff · said 2026-08-27 · reported 2026-08-27

Cheveldayoff released a statement after Hellebuyck confirmed his trade request.

“Certainly, as an organization we're going to listen,”

Kevin Cheveldayoff · said 2026-08-26 · reported 2026-08-27

Cheveldayoff said the team was entertaining offers for Hellebuyck.

“Everyone saw (Hellebuyck’s) press conference at the end of the year. He was passionate. Certainly, in our exit meetings we had some frank conversations as well, but again, what happens in those meetings certainly stays private.”

Kevin Cheveldayoff · said 2026-08-26 · reported 2026-08-27

Cheveldayoff referenced Hellebuyck's end-of-year press conference and private exit meetings.