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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Team USA hero Connor Hellebuyck says that moments beyond online death threats led to his Winnipeg departure - NEW YORK TIMES POST
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NHL-Hellebuyck says ‘more than online death threats’ helped drive Jets exit
Nov 10 (Reuters) - Connor Hellebuyck, who led Team USA to an Olympic gold medal against Canada in February, said on Tuesday that incidents involving his family, which he described as "more than online death threats", pushed him to request a trade from ...
Team USA hero Connor Hellebuyck says that moments beyond online death threats led to his Winnipeg departure
Connor Hellebuyck faced Winnipeg media ahead of the Devils-Jets game, revealing family safety concerns and death threats factored into his trade request.
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.
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