Jets coach Arniel disappointed Hellebuyck won’t face former team in Winnipeg
Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel expressed disappointment that Connor Hellebuyck, his former goaltender, will not be facing the team that signed him on Tuesday night. The Devils made the announcement following Hellebuyck's impressive performance in a 4-0 win against Toronto on Sunday. Arniel argued that analytics suggested they had a higher probability of victory with a different goalie.
Hellebuyck spent 11 seasons with the Jets, earning three Vezina Trophies and a Hart Trophy as league MVP before being traded to the Devils on October 23rd. Arniel hoped that Hellebuyck facing his former team would provide closure for the organization, players, and fans, noting that Hellebuyck's absence only prolongs a lingering issue for the Jets since the summer.
Arniel also questioned the Devils' rationale for choosing not to use Hellebuyck in the crucial match.
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