Stanley Cup odds: Devils' odds shorten after blockbuster Hellebuyck trade
The New Jersey Devils are among the Eastern Conference favorites after trading for Connor Hellebuyck.
Jersey Devils: What Happened
ESPN reported on Monday, October 26, 2026 in a story involving Jersey Devils, Connor Hellebuyck, Stanley Cup. Here is how the report opens:
The New Jersey Devils are among the Eastern Conference favorites after trading for Connor Hellebuyck.
It is one of many NHL stories we are following today, and 3 outlets are covering it. Below are the key takeaways, how the story is being reported across the sport, background on Connor Hellebuyck and what to watch next.
Key Takeaways
- The story: Stanley Cup odds: Devils' odds shorten after blockbuster Hellebuyck trade
- Who’s involved: Jersey Devils, Connor Hellebuyck, Stanley Cup and Eastern Conference
- League: NHL
- First reported: Monday, October 26, 2026 by ESPN
- Coverage: 3 outlets are covering it: ESPN, Yahoo Sports and CBS Sports
How Other Outlets Are Covering It
The same NHL story, as reported by 2 other outlets:
- Report: What Did The Buffalo Sabres Offer Or Were They Asked To Give Up In A Trade For Connor Hellebuyck?Yahoo Sports Hart and Vezina Trophy winner dealt to the New Jersey Devils for a package of players and prospects last Friday.
- NHL power rankings: Connor McDavid on fire; Devils land Connor HellebuyckYahoo Sports Connor McDavid is off to a Wayne Gretzky-like start and Connor Hellebuyck finally is dealt. Here are the latest USA TODAY Sports power rankings.
- Who comes out ahead in the Hellebuyck trade? Grading the Devils vs. JetsESPN On Friday, the Devils acquired Hellebuyck from the Jets -- who received Mercer, Bjugstad, Command and Daws. Here's what it means for each team.
- Connor Hellebuyck trade: Jets send star goalie to the Devils in exchange for four players, two draft picksCBS Sports Hellebuyck finally gets his wish met to be moved out of Winnipeg after asking for a trade in the offseason
Background: Connor Hellebuyck
Connor Charles Hellebuyck ( HEL-ə-buk; born May 19, 1993) is an American professional ice hockey player who is a goaltender for the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League (NHL).
After playing one season in the North American Hockey League with the Odessa Jackalopes, Hellebuyck was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the fifth round, 130th overall, of the 2012 NHL entry draft. He spent two years with the UMass Lowell River Hawks, where he received the inaugural Mike Richter Award as the top goaltender in college hockey. Hellebuyck started his professional career during 2014–15 season with the Jets' American Hockey League affiliate, the St.
Text from Wikipedia’s Connor Hellebuyck article, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What’s Next for Jersey Devils
For fans following Jersey Devils, the next things to watch are the injury updates, trade rumors, standings and playoff race. Stories like this one tend to move quickly, so check back for follow-up reports and reaction as more outlets pick it up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened with Jersey Devils?
The New Jersey Devils are among the Eastern Conference favorites after trading for Connor Hellebuyck. ESPN reported the story on Monday, October 26, 2026.
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ESPN first reported it on Monday, October 26, 2026. Yahoo Sports, ESPN and CBS Sports also covered it. ForTheFans summarizes it here with background and related NHL news.
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