Jets' Connor Hellebuyck pulled again as playoff woes continue

espn.comPublished: 5/3/2025

Summary

The Winnipeg Jets faced harsh criticism for Connor Hellebuyck's road performance in a crucial Game 7 of their Stanley Cup Playoff opener. The star goaltender was pulled three times, allowing five goals on just 23 shots after the second period while his team imploded, costing them the game and exposing frustration among fans. Coach Scott Arniel emphasized it wasn't about Hellebuyck's performance but rather the Jets' collective lapse in Game 7, signaling that their playoff journey would hinge on Sunday's rematch with St. Louis.