Connor Hellebuyck’s debut with the New Jersey Devils was as advertised. Meanwhile, the Jets look like a team sliding into disarray.On Tuesday, Hellebuyck made his Devils debut and first NHL appearance since Apr. 13. He was stellar, stopping 17 out…
Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck made a successful debut for the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, stopping 17 of 18 shots to defeat the Dallas Stars. The victory pushed New Jersey into second place in the Metropolitan Division. Meanwhile, his former club, the Winnipeg Jets, dropped their sixth consecutive game after a 5-goal defeat against the Florida Panthers.
Todd Matthews argues the contrasting fortunes deliver a painful reminder of the trade for Winnipeg, which has fallen below .500 on the season. However, the writer notes the Jets acquired depth pieces including Dawson Mercer and Nico Daws, and suggests the team could rebound once defenseman Josh Morrissey returns from injured reserve.
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