In a significant shift for the Winnipeg Jets, goaltender Connor Hellebuyck was benched after allowing 15 goals in three games, prompting speculation about his performance and future starts. Laurent Brossoit replaced Hellebuyck starting the third period in the ongoing series against a dominant Avalanche team. This move marks Brossoit's debut in the series, raising questions about whether this change is a strategy for a potential comeback or simply a rest for Hellebuyck ahead of Game 5.
Laurent Brossoit in the third period for Winnipeg
The pending 2024 Vezina Trophy winner is on the bench for the third period. Laurent Brossoit is in net for the Jets.
Laurent Brossoit take over in goal for Winnipeg
Laurent Brossoit enters the contest to start the third period for #NHLJets
Do they believe he will spark a comeback? Are they resting Connor Hellebuyck for Game 5? Either way, Laurent Brossoit is making his series debut here in the third period against a dominant Avalanche team.
Jets go with Laurent Brossoit in the 3rd period.
Hellebuyck has been pulled. It's Brossoit's net now.
Laurent Brossoit leads the Jets onto the ice for the third period.
Hellebuyck to the bench.
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