Jets disappointed ex-goalie Connor Hellebuyck sitting out
Winnipeg Jets coach Arniel publicly criticized the New Jersey Devils for keeping goaltender Connor Hellebuyck out of the lineup during a game in Winnipeg.
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The Winnipeg Jets expressed disappointment after New Jersey Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck did not play in a game held in Winnipeg, according to coverage from KARE11.com and Yahoo Sports. Jets head coach Arniel criticized the Devils' decision to sit Hellebuyck, with Yahoo Sports reporting that Arniel said Hellebuyck "just gave up on us" in connection with the trade and the decision to keep the goalie out of the lineup. The coverage identifies Hellebuyck as an ex-goalie for the Jets, indicating he previously played for Winnipeg before moving to the Devils. Coverage emphasizes the coach's pointed remarks about the trade and the Devils' choice not to dress Hellebuyck against his former team. The reports frame the situation as a source of frustration for the Jets organization, particularly regarding how the departure and subsequent handling of Hellebuyck unfolded. Neither article specifies the final score of the game, the Devils' stated reason for sitting Hellebuyck, or whether the goaltender was injured or healthy scratched. The coverage does not include direct comment from Hellebuyck himself or from Devils management on the coach's criticism. Readers should watch for any formal response from the Devils organization, any update on Hellebuyck's status ahead of future matchups between the two teams, and whether the NHL or either team issues any statement regarding the coach's public comments.
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Quick answers
Who is Connor Hellebuyck?
Coverage identifies him as a goaltender who previously played for the Winnipeg Jets and now plays for the New Jersey Devils.
What did the Jets coach say?
According to Yahoo Sports, Arniel criticized the Devils' decision and said Hellebuyck "just gave up on us" regarding the trade and the decision to sit him out.
Where did this happen?
The game took place in Winnipeg, as noted in the KARE11.com headline.
When were the reports published?
Both articles were published on November 9, 2026, at 20:46 UTC.
Coverage (6)
- Jets coach criticizes Devils’ decision not to play Connor Hellebuyck in Winnipeg Yahoo Sports · 9h ago
- Bain shares where Hellebuyck will be located as backup goalie in Winnipeg return TSN · 9h ago
- Devils sit Connor Hellebuyck for return to Winnipeg CBS Sports · 9h ago
- Jets Kyle Connor Reacts to Devils Not Starting Connor Hellebuyck Yahoo Sports · 9h ago
- Jets coach criticizes Devils' decision not to play Connor Hellebuyck in Winnipeg kare11.com · 9h ago
- 'He Just Gave Up On Us': Jets' Arniel Talks Hellebuyck Trade, Devils' Decision To Sit Goalie Out Yahoo Sports · 9h ago
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