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Hellebuyck Shines as Jets Win After Olympic Glory

2/28/2026

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Connor Hellebuyck returned to the Winnipeg Jets after winning the gold with Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
He made 41 saves in the Olympic final and led the tournament with a .956 save percentage.
The Jets, currently struggling in the NHL, hope his Olympic form can spark a late-season push.
In their first game back, the Jets beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 in overtime.

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Connor Hellebuyck returned to the Winnipeg Jets after winning the gold with Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
He made 41 saves in the Olympic final and led the tournament with a .956 save percentage.
The Jets, currently struggling in the NHL, hope his Olympic form can spark a late-season push.
In their first game back, the Jets beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 in overtime.