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Winnipeg Jets Make Intriguing Goalie Decision Days After Hellebuyck Trade

The Winnipeg Jets recently traded for another goaltender, but they will once again roll with a familiar face in the net on Tuesday.Per Daily Faceoff, via Mike McIntyre, the Jets are going with Clay Stevenson. Stevenson has played the part…

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 6:27 PM
Winnipeg Jets Make Intriguing Goalie Decision Days After Hellebuyck Trade
Key Things to Know
  • Winnipeg opted to start goaltender Clay Stevenson against the Florida Panthers instead of their newly acquired netminder.
  • Stevenson enters the contest with a 1-2-0 record, a 3.07 GAA, and an .894 save percentage this season.
  • Winnipeg sits seventh in the Central Division, seven points back of the first-place Minnesota Wild.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Winnipeg Jets have decided to start goaltender Clay Stevenson on Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers, opting against using a newly acquired goaltender following the Connor Hellebuyck trade. Stevenson has compiled a 1-2-0 record this season with a 3.07 goals-against average and an .894 save percentage while serving primarily in a backup role.

Winnipeg enters the matchup facing offensive challenges and sitting in seventh place in the Central Division. The Panthers conclude a road trip where they have been outscored 11-4, while the Jets lineup remains without injured defenseman Josh Morrissey as Dylan Samberg and Neal Pionk anchor the top pairing.

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