Connor Hellebuyck Earned A Reprieve

Connor Hellebuyck Earned A Reprieve

This is not a website known for holding back when an athlete gives an egregious performance on a big stage, but even I, the cynical blogger hardened by years of easy insults, couldn't help but feel my heart sink when Connor Hellebuyck let in two goals on the St. Louis Blues' first four shots. I've referred to the 10-year Winnipeg Jets vet as the league's hardest-working goalie—this regular season was his fifth topping the NHL in games played—but…

Hellebuyck gives up a goal on the first shot of Game 7.

Things are off to about as bad a start in Game 7 as you could have imagined if you're a fan of the Winnipeg Jets.The Jets, who are facing off against the St. Louis Blues on Sunday night with their season on the line, have coughed up a goal on the very first shot of the game after a complete break down in their own zone.St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou will get credit for the goal after a 2 on 1 resulted in some good passing between the Blues…