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Devils' Hellebuyck Won't Play vs. Ex-Team Jets
9 Nov
Summary
- Hellebuyck will not start Tuesday's game against his former team.
- An organizational decision led to Hellebuyck's absence from the game.
- Hellebuyck requested a trade from Winnipeg after the 2025-26 season.
Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will not be in net for the Devils' game against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. This decision, announced moments after the Devils' 4-0 win on Sunday, stems from an organizational debate, according to general manager Sunny Mehta. Hellebuyck expressed a desire to play in Winnipeg, but the team believes his participation might reduce their expected win probability.
Hellebuyck, a highly decorated player with a Hart Trophy, Olympic gold, and three Vezina trophies, was traded to the Devils from Winnipeg on October 23rd. He is currently enjoying a 5-0-0 start with his new team and recently achieved his first shutout with the Devils.
The trade request from Hellebuyck originated after the 2025-26 season and was publicly announced later that summer. His absence from training camp resulted in a suspension by the Jets, causing him to forfeit over $927,000 in salary. Hellebuyck will hold a media availability on Tuesday morning in Winnipeg, where he plans to address the reasons behind his trade request.
