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Connor Hellebuyck
Hellebuyck with the Manitoba Moose in 2016
Born (1993-05-19) May 19, 1993 (age 31)
Commerce, Michigan, U.S.
Height 6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Weight 207 lb (94 kg; 14 st 11 lb)
Position Goaltender
Catches Left
NHL team Winnipeg Jets
National team  United States
NHL draft 130th overall, 2012
Winnipeg Jets
Playing career 2014–present

Connor Charles Hellebuyck (/ˈhɛləbʌk/ HEL-ə-buk;[1] born May 19, 1993) is an American professional ice hockey goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League (NHL).

After completing his high school career at Walled Lake Northern High School, Hellebuyck was selected by the Jets in the fifth round, 130th overall, of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. He spent two years with the UMass Lowell River Hawks, where he received the inaugural Mike Richter Award as the top goaltender in college hockey. Hellebuyck started his professional career during 2014–15 season with the Jets' American Hockey League affiliate, the St. John's IceCaps.

Hellebuyck began a starter with the Jets during the 2016–17 season, where he quickly amassed success. Over his tenure with the Jets, Hellebuyck won the Vezina Trophy twice as the best goaltender in the NHL and the William M. Jennings Trophy for allowing the fewest goals against.

Early life

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Hellebuyck was born on May 19, 1993, in Commerce Township, Michigan,[2] to parents Chuck and Erin. His father is a technical training engineer while his mother is an artist and children's books author.[3] Hellebuyck is the middle of three siblings;[3] his older brother Chris also played hockey before retiring in 2016–17.[4]

Playing career

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Amateur

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After completing his high school career at Walled Lake Northern High School in Commerce Township, Michigan, Hellebuyck played one year of junior hockey as a member of the Odessa Jackalopes, a franchise that had been a minor league affiliate of the New York Islanders but had recently moved to junior hockey as part of the North American Hockey League (NAHL). Hellebuyck went from being virtually unknown to a top prospect while playing in Odessa and was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets following his season in Odessa.

Hellebuyck earned a scholarship to play for the UMass Lowell River Hawks in the NCAA Men's Division I Hockey East Conference, where in two seasons he played 54 games and compiled a 38–12–2 record with a .946 save percentage, 1.60 goals against average and 12 shutouts. He won the Hockey East Championship and made a Frozen Four appearance in his freshman year. Lowell would repeat as Hockey East Champions the following year and Hellebuyck became the only player in Hockey East history to be named tournament MVP twice. Following his second year, Hellebuyck's outstanding play was rewarded with a selection to the 2013–14 All-Hockey East First Team.[5]

For the 2013–14 season, Hellebuyck was awarded the inaugural Mike Richter Award as the top goaltender in college hockey.[6] Hellebuyck departed UMass Lowell as the school's shutout leader with 12 shutouts in 54 games, surpassing former National Hockey League and former UMass Lowell goaltender Carter Hutton. He also owns single-season records for best save percentage (.952) and GAA (1.37), both in 2012–13.[7]

Professional

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Hellebuyck chose to forgo his final two years of college eligibility by signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the Winnipeg Jets on April 5, 2014. He was immediately assigned to the St. John's IceCaps, the Jets' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, for the remainder of the season but did not play a game.[8] When speaking of his decision, Hellebuyck said: "After two great years, I had to look at my career as a whole and think about my next step. After talking to both teams, it was a very difficult decision but I thought my play was ready for the next level."[9] After being cut from the Winnipeg Jets' training camp, Hellebuyck spent the entirety of the 2014–15 season with the IceCaps.[10] Hellebuyck started the season sharing the net with Peter Budaj but quickly became the IceCaps starter by mid-November.[11] Through his first six starts, Hellebuyck earned his first professional shutout, had a .955 save percentage, and tied for eighth in the league in goals against average (GAA).[12] He was recognized as the CCM/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending on November 23. During the week, Hellebuyck won all four of his starts while recording two shutouts.[13] Although the IceCaps continued to struggle, with an Eastern Conference-worst goals against record,[14] Hellebuyck tied for fourth among all goalies in wins, and third among league rookies in save percentage. He was subsequently selected for the 2015 AHL All-Star Game.[15] When asked about Hellebuyck's start, IceCaps’ head coach Keith McCambridge said: "I'm not one to use the word ‘surprise’ haphazardly, but yeah, I have been surprised."[16] Hellebuyck recorded his fourth shutout of the season on February 7, 2015, against the Portland Pirates,[17] and his fifth the following night against the Hartford Wolf Pack.[18] On April 10, Hellebuyck was called up by the Jets to dress as the backup goaltender for one game.[19] Hellebuyck finished his rookie season with a 28–22–5 record, 2.58 GAA, and 0.921 save percentage.[9]

Hellebuyck during his tenure with the Manitoba Moose.

Following the 2014–15 season, the IceCaps moved to Winnipeg for the 2015–16 season and were renamed to the Manitoba Moose.[9] After appearing in two pre-season games with the Winnipeg Jets, Hellebuyck was reassigned to the Moose.[20] He began the season in the starting role with Eric Comrie as his backup. Hellebuyck started in eight of the team's first eleven games while posting a 2.12 average and a .939 save percentage.[21] On November 22, 2015, the Jets called up Hellebuyck after Ondřej Pavelec was injured during a game against the Arizona Coyotes.[22] He made his NHL debut on November 27, against the Minnesota Wild, and stopped 15 shots on net in the 3–1 win.[23] Hellebuyck also won his second NHL game on December 2, against the Toronto Maple Leafs with 32 saves in the 6-1 win.[24] Later that month, on December 27, Hellebuyck recorded his first NHL shutout in a 1–0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. This was the Jets' first shutout of the season and ended their two-game losing streak.[25] Despite remaining in the NHL, Hellebuyck was selected to represent the Manitoba Moose at the 2016 AHL All-Star Game.[26] Hellebuyck returned to the AHL in January once Pavelec recovered from his injury. He finished his first stint in the NHL with a 13–11–0 record, 2.34 goals-against, and a .918 save percentage.[27]

Becoming the starter (2016–2019)

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Hellebuyck attended the Winnipeg Jets training camp ahead of the 2016–17 season and made the team's opening night roster alongside Michael Hutchinson.[28][29] Prior to opening night, he was granted permission from Dan Snyder's family to wear the jersey #37 in his honour. The number had not been worn by anyone in the Thrashers/Jets franchise since his death in 2003.[30] Hellebuyck and Hutchinson shared the crease throughout the season, where both struggled to maintain consistency. By January, Hellebuyck had a 13-12-1 record through 26 games as the Jets were three points out of a playoff spot.[31] Hellebuyck finished his rookie season with a 26–19–4 record through 56 games and a 2.89 goals-against average, .907 save percentage, and four shutouts. He also played the most games of any goaltender age 23 and younger in the NHL. On July 24, 2017, the Jets re-signed Hellebuyck to a one-year contract worth $2.25 million.[32]

After making the opening night roster after the Jets' 2017–18 development camp, Hellebuyck played the majority of the season alongside Steve Mason.[33] After Mason had a poor few games, Hellebuyck became the de facto starter for the Jets for the remainder of the season.[34] Hellebuyck excelled in his role as starter, recording 23 wins through 35 games including three shut outs, a .923 save percentage, and 2.36 GAA.[35] Hellebuyck was also recognized as an NHL Star of the Week twice. The first time came on December 31 after he recorded a perfect 3-0-0 record, with a 1.67 goals-against average, .952 save percentage and one shutout over three games.[36] His second Star of the Week honor came on January 22 after he stopped 59 of 60 shots against over two games.[37] He was subsequently named to the 2017 NHL All-Star Game for the first time alongside teammate Blake Wheeler.[35] On March 8, Hellebuyck set a franchise record for most wins in a season by a goaltender after making 41 saves to clinch his 35th win.[38] Hellebuyck finished the season with a 44–11–9 record in 67 games, setting the record for the most single-season wins by an American goaltender in the NHL, previously held by Tom Barrasso of the Pittsburgh Penguins. He also tied with Wayne Stephenson for the record of most home wins by a goaltender in a single season with 30.[39] Hellebuyck also set a franchise record with nine shutouts, a .924 save percentage,[40] and nine straight wins to end the regular season.[41] As a result of his successful play, Hellebuyck was named a Vezina Trophy runner-up as the league's top goaltender behind Pekka Rinne.[42]

Hellebuyck and the Jets qualified for the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2015, after finishing second overall in the Central Division.[43] Hellebuyck made his playoff debut in the Jets' round one series against the Minnesota Wild.[44] Over five games against the Wild, Hellebuyck recorded two shutouts to lead the Jets to their first playoff series win in franchise history.[45] Hellebuyck then set another franchise record by making 47 saves in Game 1 of the second round against the Nashville Predators. This was the most saves in a playoff game in Jets/ Thrashers' franchise history.[46] While the series was pushed to seven games, Hellebuyck made 36 saves in the 5–1 win to lead the Jets to the Western Conference final.[47] Once the Jets were eliminated from the playoffs, Hellebuyck signed a six-year, $37 million contract extension.[40]

In the first year of his new contract, Hellebuyck failed to match the success of his previous season. Through the first 23 games of the 2018–19 season, Hellebuyck maintained a 9-7-1 record, with a 2.98 GAA, and a .907 save percentage. As such, the Jets began relying more on backup Laurent Brossoit, who had a 4–1–1 record.[48] Hellebuyck continued to struggle early in the season until November when he improved his record to 13–8–1.[49] However, head coach Paul Maurice continued to rely on both Hellebuyck and Brossoit, saying: "We've got a luxury here Im not sure we've ever had. We've got two goaltenders that we really feel confident in playing."[50] On December 31, 2018, Hellebuyck recorded his 100th career win against the Edmonton Oilers.[51] By the NHL's bye week in late January, Hellebuyck ranked third among goaltenders with 21 wins.[52] Through the month of March, Hellebuyck continued to improve and maintained .922 GAA and a .922 save percentage.[53] He also played in his 200th career NHL game on March 10, 2019, against the Washington Capitals.[54] After earning his 14th career NHL shutout on March 23, Hellebuyck and the Jets qualified for the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.[55] They faced off against the St. Louis Blues in the first round, where they fell in six games.[56] Hellebuyck finished the 2018–19 regular season with 34 wins and 23 losses through 63 games.[2]

Vezina Trophies and ongoing success (2019–present)

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Hellebuyck started the 2019–20 season strong, allowing two goals or fewer in five of his first six starts. He recorded his first shutout of the season on October 20, 2019, against the Edmonton Oilers.[57] On November 2, Hellebuyck set a personal career-best with 51 saves in a 3–2 win over the San Jose Sharks. This was also the most shots saved by a goaltender since the Jets moved to Winnipeg in 2011.[58] By the end of December, Hellebuyck was tied for third in the league with 17 and led all goaltenders in shutouts. As a result, Hellebuyck was named to his second NHL All-Star Game alongside teammate Mark Scheifele.[59] On January 14, 2020, Hellebuyck recorded his fourth shutout of the season to end the Jets' six-game losing streak. He also clinched the franchise record for most shutouts with 18, surpassing Ondrej Pavelec.[60] Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the regular season was paused on March 12, 2020.[61] At the time of the pause, Hellebuyck ranked second in the NHL in wins with 31, first in shutouts, and seventh in save percentage among goalies who played at least 20 games.[62] His efforts helped the Jets maintain a 37–28–6 record and advance to the 2020 Stanley Cup Qualifiers once the NHL resumed play.[63] The Jets faced off against the Calgary Flames in the Qualifiers round but were swept in four games.[64] On September 21, before Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Hellebuyck was named the winner of the Vezina Trophy, becoming the first goalie in Winnipeg Jets/Atlanta Thrashers history to win the award.[65]

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020–21 season was pushed back until January 13, 2021, for a 56-game regular season. The Jets were also temporarily realigned into the North Division where they would only compete against Canadian teams.[66] On February 4, Hellebuyck won his 153rd NHL game as the Jets beat the Calgary Flames 4–1, breaking the Jets/Thrashers franchise record for wins by a goaltender.[67] The Jets experienced a four game winning streak through February which ended on February 29 against the Canucks. At the time, Hellebuyck and the Jets had maintained a winning 13–7–1 record.[68] Through the first week of April, Hellebuyck won three consecutive games, including one shutout, and led the NHL in shots against, saves, and minutes played. In recognition of his efforts, Hellebuyck was named the NHL's First Star of the Week for the week ending on April 11.[69] At the conclusion of the regular season, Hellebuyck ranked in the top five of the league with 23 wins and four shutouts through 44 games.[70] Hellebuyck then played all four games of the Jets' sweep of the Edmonton Oilers in the North Division first round.[71] However, the Jets were then swept in the North Division second round by the Montreal Canadiens.[72]

Hellebuyck during a game against the Washington Capitals in 2022.

During the 2022 offseason, Hellebuyck contracted COVID-19 which resulted in fatigue and headaches. Despite missing a spleen, Hellebuyck stated he handled the virus better than predicted.[73] Although the NHL returned to pre-pandemic play, over 40 games were postponed due to concerns of the virus and the NHL's scheduled Christmas break was started 48 hours earlier.[74] On April 24, 2022, Hellebuyck played in his 380th game as a Winnipeg Jet and he earned his 200th career win as the Jets beat the Colorado Avalanche 4–1. This also set a new franchise record for most games played and won by a Jets goaltender.[75]

Hellebuyck was voted by fans to play in the 2023 NHL All-Star Game alongside Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey.[76] Hellebuyck finished the 2022–23 season with a 37–25–2 record, 2.49 GAA, and a .920 save percentage. He tied for third in wins among NHL goaltenders and tied with Juuse Saros for most games played. He was named a Vezina Trophy finalist for the third time in his career.[77]

On October 9, 2023, Hellebuyck along with Mark Scheifele, both signed a seven-year, $59.5 million contract extension with the Jets.[78] The 2023–24 season proved a great success for the Jets. The team finished fourth in the NHL, while Hellebuyck had a 37–19–4 record, a 2.39 goals-against average, and a .921 save percentage.[79] The Jets allowed a league-low 199 goals in 82 games, and as a result Hellebuyck received the William M. Jennings Trophy. He was the first Jets goaltender to win the award.[80] He also won the Vezina Trophy for the second time in his career.[81]

Hellebuyck and the Jets started the 2024–25 season strong, winning eight consecutive games since opening night.[82] During this run, Hellebuyck was named the NHL's Second Star of the Week for the week ending on October 13.[83] He later made his 500th career start in an 8-3 win over the San Jose Sharks.[84] Their winning record was stopped on October 29, against the Toronto Maple Leafs.[82]

International play

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Hellebuyck with the USA at the 2015 World Hockey Championship
Medal record
Representing  United States
Ice hockey
World Championships
Bronze medal – third place 2015 Czech Republic

Hellebuyck was chosen by the United States to play at the 2015 Men's World Ice Hockey Championships.[85] Hellebuyck would backstop the USA to a bronze medal in the tournament.[86] Hellebuyck posted a record of 7–1–0 with a pair of shutouts during his eight tournament games. He would also finish with a 1.37 goals-against average and a .948 saving percentage. His seven wins tied a U.S. record for most in a single tournament set in 1939.[87] Hellebuyck had been named to the initial roster of Team North America for the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.[88]

Personal life

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Hellebuyck and his wife Andrea have two children together.[89] In 2023, Hellebuyck co-authored two children's books about mental health with Thom Van Dycke titled 'Bucky Beats the Blues' and "Is Something Wrong With Weasel?"[90]

Career statistics

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Regular season and playoffs

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Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP W L T/OT MIN GA SO GAA SV% GP W L MIN GA SO GAA SV%
2011–12 Odessa Jackalopes NAHL 53 26 21 5 3085 128 3 2.49 .930 4 1 3 243 14 0 3.46 —
2012–13 UMass-Lowell HE 24 20 3 0 1397 32 6 1.37 .952 — — — — — — — —
2013–14 UMass-Lowell HE 29 18 9 2 1747 52 6 1.79 .941 — — — — — — — —
2014–15 St. John's IceCaps AHL 58 28 22 5 3332 143 6 2.58 .921 — — — — — — — —
2015–16 Manitoba Moose AHL 30 13 15 1 1735 72 4 2.49 .922 — — — — — — — —
2015–16 Winnipeg Jets NHL 26 13 11 0 1423 56 2 2.34 .918 — — — — — — — —
2016–17 Winnipeg Jets NHL 56 26 19 4 3034 146 4 2.89 .907 — — — — — — — —
2017–18 Winnipeg Jets NHL 67 44 11 9 3966 156 6 2.36 .924 17 9 8 1016 40 2 2.36 .922
2018–19 Winnipeg Jets NHL 63 34 23 3 3705 179 2 2.90 .913 6 2 4 360 16 0 2.67 .913
2019–20 Winnipeg Jets NHL 58 31 21 5 3269 140 6 2.57 .922 4 1 3 237 12 0 3.04 .904
2020–21 Winnipeg Jets NHL 45 24 17 3 2603 112 4 2.58 .916 8 4 4 538 20 1 2.23 .931
2021–22 Winnipeg Jets NHL 66 29 27 10 3904 193 4 2.97 .910 — — — — — — — —
2022–23 Winnipeg Jets NHL 64 37 25 2 3778 157 4 2.49 .920 5 1 4 315 18 0 3.44 .886
2023–24 Winnipeg Jets NHL 60 37 19 4 3567 142 5 2.39 .921 5 1 4 275 24 0 5.23 .864
NHL totals 505 275 173 41 29,258 1,281 37 2.63 .917 45 18 27 2,739 130 3 2.85 .910

International

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Year Team Event Result GP W L T MIN GA SO GAA SV%
2015 United States WC 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 8 7 1 0 482 11 2 1.37 .948
2017 United States WC 5th 2 2 0 0 120 5 0 2.50 .900
Senior totals 10 9 1 0 602 16 2 1.59 .930

Awards and honours

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Award Year
College
Hockey East All-Tournament Team 2013, 2014 [91]
All-Hockey East First Team 2013–14 [5]
AHCA East First-Team All-American 2013–14
Mike Richter Award 2013–14 [6]
NHL
NHL All-Star 2018, 2020, 2023, 2024
NHL Second All-Star Team 2018
Vezina Trophy 2020, 2024 [65]
NHL First All-Star Team 2020, 2024 [92]
William M. Jennings Trophy 2024 [80]
International
WC All-Star Team 2015 [93]

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Awards and achievements
Preceded by Hockey East Tournament MVP
2013, 2014 		Succeeded by
Preceded by Hockey East Goaltending Champion
2012–13 		Succeeded by
Preceded by
Award created
 Mike Richter Award
2013–14 		Succeeded by
Preceded by Vezina Trophy
2020
2024 		Succeeded by
Preceded by William M. Jennings Trophy
2024 		Succeeded by
Incumbent
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