Connor Hellebuyck stops 17 shots in Devils debut against Stars
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Connor Hellebuyck made a strong debut for the New Jersey Devils in their game against the Dallas Stars on October 27. He stopped 16 of 17 shots as the Devils secured a commanding 5-1 victory. Hellebuyck's performance marked a notable start for the goaltender after joining New Jersey from Winnipeg in the offseason. This win adds momentum for the Devils as they aim to improve their standing in the NHL.
- •Devils won against Stars 5-1 on October 27.
- •Hellebuyck stopped 16 of 17 shots in his debut.
- •This game marks Hellebuyck's first match with the Devils.
- •The win helps the Devils improve their NHL standings.
- •Hellebuyck joined New Jersey from Winnipeg during the offseason.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Devils Complete Game Helps Hellebuyck In His First Start Of The Season
- 4:10 AMESPN NHL — Connor Hellebuyck stops 17 shots in Devils debut to stop Stars
- 3:40 AMYahoo Sports — Devils beat Stars 5-1 as Connor Hellebuyck wins his New Jersey debut
"DALLAS (AP) — Connor Hellebuyck stopped 16 of the 17 shots he faced to win his New Jersey debut, Nico Hischier scored two goals, and the Devils beat the Dallas Stars 5-1 on Tuesday night.Hellebuyck, the three-time Vezina Trophy winner, started four days after being traded by the Winnipeg Jets following his suspension for failing to report to training camp.
"Connor Hellebuyck made his debut against the Dallas Stars and looked shaky at times, but the Devils played well around him and might need to for a few games before the star goaltender is back to elite form.
"Connor Hellebuyck stopped 16 of 17 shots in his New Jersey debut, helping the Devils beat the Dallas Stars 5-1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 4:14 AMDevils Complete Game Helps Hellebuyck In His First Start Of The Season
Connor Hellebuyck made his debut against the Dallas Stars and looked shaky at times, but the Devils played well around him and might need to for a few games before the star goaltender is back to elite form.
- ESPN NHLOct 28, 2026, 4:10 AMConnor Hellebuyck stops 17 shots in Devils debut to stop Stars
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 16 of 17 shots in his New Jersey debut, helping the Devils beat the Dallas Stars 5-1.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 3:40 AMDevils beat Stars 5-1 as Connor Hellebuyck wins his New Jersey debut
DALLAS (AP) — Connor Hellebuyck stopped 16 of the 17 shots he faced to win his New Jersey debut, Nico Hischier scored two goals, and the Devils beat the Dallas Stars 5-1 on Tuesday night.Hellebuyck, the three-time Vezina Trophy winner, started four days after being traded by the Winnipeg Jets following his suspension for failing to report to training camp.
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