Jets activate Connor Hellebuyck off IR
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The Winnipeg Jets have struggled without injured star goalie Connor Hellebuyck. But it's not just Winnipeg's defense that's been a problem without him.
With Hellebuyck injured, the Jets call up DiVincentiis, hoping for goaltending stability amidst a challenging stretch. Milic returns to the AHL.
Hellebuyck's knee injury marks the first substantial injury he's faced in his 11-year NHL career — a remarkable run of longevity.
Hellebuyck, a three-time Vezina Trophy winner as the NHL's top goalie, had been trying to play through a knee injury, and the timing is right to get it taken care of.
It looks like the Winnipeg Jets will be rolling with Eric Comrie and Thomas Milic until Connor Hellebuyck is ready to return.
Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard each had a goal and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers raced past the slumping Winnipeg Jets, 6-2 on Saturday night.
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