Hellebuyck booed in Winnipeg return as Jets beat Devils 4-2
Fans in Winnipeg booed former Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck when he took the ice for the New Jersey Devils' pregame warmup on Tuesday, and the Jets won 4-2. The Devils' coach and general manager decided Hellebuyck would not play. He asked the Jets for a trade after they missed the playoffs and was traded to New Jersey on Oct. 23. He said concerns for his family were part of his decision, saying some things "crossed the line" for him as a husband and father.
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Why it matters
Hellebuyck's trade request, made public in August, ended his long run in Winnipeg, and Tuesday was the Devils' only game in Winnipeg this season. The Jets got forward Dawson Mercer, goalie Nico Daws and other players and picks in the trade.
What to watch
The Devils and Jets meet again in New Jersey on November 28.
Sources
- ESPN: Hellebuyck booed pregame in Winnipeg return
- NHL.com: Hellebuyck says concerns for family led to trade request
- Global News: Hellebuyck to address reporters before Devils play Jets
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