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Hellebuyck Says Incidents ‘More than Online Death Threats’ Led Him to Ask the Jets to Trade Him
- On Tuesday, New Jersey Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck returned to Winnipeg for the first time since his October trade, addressing reporters about his departure from the Winnipeg Jets.
- Despite signing a seven-year, US$59.5 million contract extension in 2023 declaring himself a 'Jet for life,' Hellebuyck requested a trade after 11 years with the Jets as his family's comfort in the city changed.
- Explaining his departure, Hellebuyck said incidents involving his family were "more than online death threats," crossing a line for him; he understands the organization's decision remains "out of my hands."
- New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta announced Hellebuyck will not play against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday, citing a potential "reduction in our expected win probability" despite his undefeated record.
- Jets head coach Scott Arniel expressed disappointment that fans seeking closure will not see Hellebuyck on the ice; the teams meet again in New Jersey on November 28.
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Connor Hellebuyck demanded to leave the Winnipeg Jets. One of the reasons was that fans crossed the line. – It was more than just death threats online, says the star goalie.
·Stockholm, Sweden
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Hellebuyck says incidents ‘more than online death threats’ led him to ask the Jets to trade him
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Connor Hellebuyck said Tuesday incidents that were “more than online death threats” cemented his decision to ask for a trade from the Winnipeg Jets. Speaking to reporters there for the first time since being dealt to New Jersey on Oct. 23, the goaltender said his family experienced “a few moments that...
'Some things crossed the line’: Devils’ Connor Hellebuyck opens up about Jets trade request for first time
Hellebuyck said he and his family received pelters towards the end of his Jets career. They proved too much for his relationship with the franchise to overcome, it seems.
·Charlotte, United States
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