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Sources: Islanders Could Have Been Involved In Connor Hellebuyck Blockbuster Trade

The Winnipeg Jets sent Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils in a major trade. In exchange, Winnipeg received forward Dawson Mercer, injured player Nick Bjugstad, goalie Nico Daws, a 2026 first-round pick (Alexander Command), a 2029 second-round pick, and a 2027 seventh-round pick.

While the New York Islanders could have acted as a third team to help with roster or salary needs, the Devils and Jets completed the deal without them. The Islanders, currently third in the Metropolitan Division with a 5-3-2 record, are seeking a goal scorer and defensive help.

GM Mathieu Darche has $1.986 million in cap space, but could gain up to $6.25 million more by placing Alexander Romanov on Season-Ending LTIR, though that would disqualify Romanov from the 2026 playoffs.

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