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Devils Face Backlash After Benching Hellebuyck for Winnipeg Return

Devils Face Backlash After Benching Hellebuyck for Winnipeg Return
World Sports · 04:04:53 - Friday, 13 November 2026

The New Jersey Devils benched goaltender Connor Hellebuyck for their game against the Winnipeg Jets, his former team. The decision drew immediate criticism from fans and analysts, who questioned the timing of the move as Hellebuyck returned to the city where he began his NHL career.

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