The New Jersey Devils and new general manager Sunny Mehta sent shockwaves through the National Hockey League by announcing that Connor Hellebuyck would not start against his old team in the Winnipeg Jets.
Pucks and Pitchforks writer Charlie Borges Jr. argues that the New Jersey Devils made the right choice by deciding not to start goaltender Connor Hellebuyck against his former team, the Winnipeg Jets. Devils general manager Sunny Mehta announced the move following a shutout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, drawing widespread public backlash.
Borges Jr. supports head coach Sheldon Keefe's preference to rest Hellebuyck for an upcoming divisional clash against the Washington Capitals. With Jake Allen expected to start Tuesday, the writer emphasizes that Mehta's primary duty is securing victories rather than catering to hostile opposing fanbases.
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