Connor Hellebuyck to Miss Return to Winnipeg as Devils Face Former Team
New Jersey Devils goalie Connor Hellebuyck will not face his former Winnipeg Jets teammates in Winnipeg during his first game back at Canada Life Centre since requesting a trade.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, November 9, 2026 — The upcoming game featuring the New Jersey Devils at Canada Life Centre against the Winnipeg Jets will be a notable occasion for goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. However, Hellebuyck is not slated to face his former teammates during this particular matchup in Winnipeg.
This marks Hellebuyck’s first potential game back in the city where he played for the Jets prior to his time with the Devils. The specific date of this game and the reason for Hellebuyck’s absence from facing his former team were not provided. The summary stated that he requested a trade, but details regarding the timing or circumstances of that trade request were not included.
Hellebuyck was a prominent figure for the Winnipeg Jets before being acquired by the New Jersey Devils. The summary did not provide information on how many games he played for the Jets, his performance statistics, or the exact date he requested the trade. It also did not specify the outcome of the trade request or any subsequent contractual developments.
Further details regarding the roster for the upcoming game, including whether Hellebuyck is injured or if the decision is tactical, were not available in the provided information. The summary also did not include any statements from Hellebuyck, the New Jersey Devils organization, or the Winnipeg Jets regarding his return to Winnipeg or his potential participation in games at Canada Life Centre.
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