The New Jersey Devils are not currently in the mix for Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, according to Darren Dreger of TSN. Despite widespread speculation linking the two parties as New Jersey seeks to solidify its situation in the crease, there is currently no active link between the organization and the veteran netminder.
According to Dreger, the status of the Devils' pursuit has remained quiet following the recent trade that sent Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers. Markstrom had long been considered a primary target for New Jersey, and his move to Florida has significantly shifted the landscape of the NHL goaltending market. While Dreger noted that the situation could change rapidly with a single phone call, the Devils have not yet emerged as a suitor for the reigning Vezina Trophy winner at this stage of the offseason.
The Devils finished the 2023-24 season with significant questions in goal, leading many to believe General Manager Tom Fitzgerald would aggressively pursue an elite starter this summer. Hellebuyck remains one of the most coveted assets in the league, but for now, the Devils appear to be looking elsewhere or standing pat following the fallout of the Markstrom deal.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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