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Skinner set to carry the load in Jets’ net after Hellebuyck’s exit demand
Skinner impressed in his preseason debut, stopping 31 of 32 shots as the Jets look to rebound from last season's disappointing 35-35-12 record.
- After star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade and was suspended indefinitely in late August for not reporting to camp, the Winnipeg Jets thrust Stuart Skinner into the starting role.
- Hellebuyck's trade request stemmed from his displeasure over the team's 35-35-12 finish last season, which left his future with the franchise in serious doubt.
- Skinner signed a two-year, US$7.5-million contract on July 1 and has started 218 games with a 121-71-23 record and a 2.77 goals-against average, compared to Hellebuyck's 345-208-55 mark.
- In his first outing with the Jets, Skinner stopped 31 of 32 shots in a 3-1 pre-season win over the Colorado Avalanche, prompting loud 'Stuuu' chants from the home crowd.
- With the regular season opener against the Boston Bruins on October 2, Skinner said 'I can definitely take on a high load if that's what's needed' and expressed excitement for the season ahead.
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Skinner set to carry the load in Jets' net after Hellebuyck's exit demand
WINNIPEG — Stuart Skinner has been a playoff goalie in each of his five NHL seasons. It's a streak he hopes to continue with his new club. The Winnipeg Jets signed Skinner to a two-year, US$7.
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