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Published Nov. 9, 2026, this new Short Shifts episode of the NHL Wraparound podcast lives up to its name: the Hellebuyck circus continues. Neil Smith and Vic Morren break down the Devils decision, announced Sunday night, not to play Connor Hellebuyck Tuesday in Winnipeg, his first trip back since the trade.
On the show
- The Devils decision: Hellebuyck will not be in net Tuesday against his former team, even though he really wanted to play this game.
- The reasons given by general manager Sunny Mehta and head coach Sheldon Keefe, and Hellebuyck's disappointment.
- The other big talking points from the weekend, with Neil joining Vic on the road to South Carolina for this audio show.
Why it matters for poolers
If you have not followed the Hellebuyck story hour by hour, this episode puts it all back together, with the perspective of two observers who know the league inside out. For the details and what it means for your Tuesday lineup, read our article on the Devils decision too: Hellebuyck will not play Tuesday in Winnipeg, Allen gets the start. Hellebuyck sits Tuesday, Jake Allen gets the start.