Devils' Connor Hellebuyck to sit out against Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday
7 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 4:35 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Connor Hellebuyck will not start for the New Jersey Devils against the Winnipeg Jets on November 10. Devils GM Sunny Mehta stated the decision was organizational, citing concerns that playing Hellebuyck could reduce their win probability. Hellebuyck expressed disappointment but acknowledged the team's perspective. He has started three games already this week, and coach Sheldon Keefe noted that rest is necessary for maintaining his long-term workload. Hellebuyck is scheduled to address the media after a morning skate ahead of the game.
- •Hellebuyck requested to play but was ultimately sidelined.
- •Devils secured a 4-0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs prior to this decision.
- •Jake Allen will start in goal for the Devils against Winnipeg.
- •Hellebuyck has started five games since joining the Devils, all wins.
- 4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Connor Hellebuyck won't play in Devils' game vs. Jets, will explain trade request
- 4:21 AMESPN — Hellebuyck won't play in Winnipeg; Devils cite 'reduction in our expected win probability'
- 4:18 AMYahoo Sports — Devils make stunning Connor Hellebuyck decision before Jets clash
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Devils GM says Connor Hellebuyck will not play against Winnipeg Jets, citing 'reduction' in win probability
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Devils GM says Connor Hellebuyck will not play against Jets, citing 'reduction' in win probability
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — Why Devils' Connor Hellebuyck isn't starting return to Winnipeg in curious decision
"When the New Jersey Devils traded for Connor Hellebuyck last month, many circled November 10 on their calendars. This was the day that Hellebuyck would return to face the Winnipeg Jets for the first time as a visitor. At least, that’s what many believed. On Sunday night, the Devils confirmed on social media that Hellebuyck would not play in this […] The post Devils make stunning Connor Hellebuyck decision before Jets clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Devils announced Connor Hellebuyck will not face the Jets on Tuesday night in his first trip to Winnipeg since his contentious trade demand was granted.
"Hellebuyck told reporters that he is 'disappointed' to not get to play against his former team, but said it's 'out of (his) hands.'
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 4:35 AMConnor Hellebuyck won't play in Devils' game vs. Jets, will explain trade request
The New Jersey Devils made the decision that Connor Hellebuyck will not play against his former team, the Winnipeg Jets.
- ESPNNov 9, 2026, 4:21 AMHellebuyck won't play in Winnipeg; Devils cite 'reduction in our expected win probability'
The Devils announced Connor Hellebuyck will not face the Jets on Tuesday night in his first trip to Winnipeg since his contentious trade demand was granted.
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 4:18 AMDevils make stunning Connor Hellebuyck decision before Jets clash
When the New Jersey Devils traded for Connor Hellebuyck last month, many circled November 10 on their calendars. This was the day that Hellebuyck would return to face the Winnipeg Jets for the first time as a visitor. At least, that’s what many believed. On Sunday night, the Devils confirmed on social media that Hellebuyck would not play in this […] The post Devils make stunning Connor Hellebuyck decision before Jets clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 4:01 AMDevils GM says Connor Hellebuyck will not play against Winnipeg Jets, citing 'reduction' in win probability
Hellebuyck told reporters that he is 'disappointed' to not get to play against his former team, but said it's 'out of (his) hands.'
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 4:01 AMDevils GM says Connor Hellebuyck will not play against Jets, citing 'reduction' in win probability
Hellebuyck told reporters that he is 'disappointed' to not get to play against his former team, but said it's 'out of (his) hands.'
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 3:55 AMWhy Devils' Connor Hellebuyck isn't starting return to Winnipeg in curious decision
Connor Hellebuyck will watch his highly-anticipated return to Winnipeg from the bench. Here's why.
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