Devils to sit star goalie vs his former team over 'win probability,' leaving NHL fans bewildered
Instead, Jake Allen will likely get the nod in between the pipes because of a "reduction in our expected win probability." As the kids say these days, "the math ain’t mathin’." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Fans were just as confused by the statement.
Key points
- Hellebuyck said it would have been nice to play in Winnipeg again after the Jets traded him to the Devils last month for Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws and a 2029 second-round draft pick.
- However, in our estimation, playing in this game would potentially give us a reduction in our expected win probability.
- The Devils shut out the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday, increasing the anticipation for a matchup on Tuesday between New Jersey and Winnipeg in Canada.
The New Jersey Devils emerged as one of the best teams in the NHL this season and beefed up their roster when they acquired goaltender Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets.
Additional details
- The Boston Bruins are the only other team that have more points (27) than the Devils.
- However, I’m perceived, I’m going to choose love." New Jersey is 13-5 this season, sitting just four points (26) behind the Carolina Hurricanes (30) for first place in the Metropolitan Division.
- However, general manager Sunny Mehta shut down the possibility of Hellebuyck playing and gave a bizarre reason as to why.
- "Connor Hellebuyck was adamant that he felt a duty to play on Tuesday in Winnipeg.
- "But I can only speak to my memories and my cherished moments in the city.
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