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Connor Hellebuyck Wins Vezina and Hart Trophy

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has won the 2025 Vezina and Hart Trophies as the league’s best goaltender and most valuable player. Hellebuyck is the first goaltender since Carey Price to win the two awards.

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NHL Insider Adds Fuel to Connor McDavid-Maple Leafs Speculation

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, all other 30 NHL franchises have already moved on to offseason mode.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / May 21

NHL Insider Reveals Jets' Plans Regarding Kyle Connor's Contract Extension

NHL insider Murat Ates has revealed how the Jets intend to proceed with a Kyle Connor extension this summer, and they want it to be a priority for the organization.

Winnipeg Jets News / Breakaway on SI / May 17

Jets' Road Woes Extend Beyond Connor Hellebuyck

In order to stave off elimination Saturday night against the Dallas Stars, the Winnipeg Jets need to do something they haven't done all postseason: win on the road.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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NHL News / Inside The Rink / May 16

NHL Playoff Game Recap: Winnipeg Jets vs Dallas Stars Game Five (05/16/2025)

WINNIPEG – Connor Hellebuyck’s 22-save shutout and Nikolaj Ehler’s two-goal performance were more than enough for the Winnipeg Jets to defeat the Dallas Stars 4-0 in game five at Canada Life Centre Thursday night.

Winnipeg Jets News / Field Level Media / May 16

Connor Hellebuyck, Jets blank Stars, extend series

Connor Hellebuyck made 22 saves to help the Winnipeg Jets stay alive in their Western Conference semifinal series with a 4-0 victory against the visiting Dallas Stars in Game 5 on Thursday.

Winnipeg Jets News / Hockey Latest / May 13

Jets Fans Lose Their Minds as Winnipeg KFC Rebrands for Star Player During Round 2

Popular chicken restaurant KFC has decided to rebrand for the second round of the playoffs in honor of Kyle Connor, and fans are losing their minds over it.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Jets’ last Game 7 at home predates NHL merger

The Winnipeg Jets benched Connor Hellebuyck in the third period on Friday night. Winnipeg could have eliminated the St. Louis Blues from the postseason with a win.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 1

After 2 lopsided losses, Jets strike back and take Game 5 vs. Blues

Kyle Connor had a goal and two assists for the Winnipeg Jets in a 5-3 win against the visiting St. Louis Blues in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round series Wednesday night.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

3 Takeaways From Jets’ 5-1 Meltdown in St. Louis

The Winnipeg Jets lost 5-1 on Sunday afternoon against the St. Louis Blues and head back to Winnipeg with the series tied 2-2. The day started with Kyle Connor’s third goal of the playoffs, and despite the Blues tying the game late in the first, everything looked to be in control for the Jets.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 27

Blues blow past Connor Hellebuyck, Jets again to tie series 2-2

Jake Neighbours scored his first playoff goal and added two assists as the St. Louis Blues defeated the visiting Winnipeg Jets 5-1 on Sunday to tie their Western Conference first-round playoff series at two games apiece.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 22

Jets show why this year is different with Game 2 win vs. Blues

Under the radar, as is often the case for Winnipeg, the Jets beat the Blues 2-1 on Monday night to take a commanding 2-0 lead in their first-round series.

Kyle Connor plays hero again as Jets take 2-0 lead

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Winnipeg Jets News / Field Level Media / April 21

Kyle Connor plays hero again as Jets take 2-0 lead

Kyle Connor scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period for a second straight game to help the Winnipeg Jets to a 2-1 win against the visiting St. Louis Blues in Game 2 of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Monday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Connor’s 3rd-Period Goal Powers Jets to 2-1 Win & 2-0 Series Lead Over Blues

The Winnipeg Jets defeated the St. Louis Blues 2-1 Monday evening at Canada Life Centre to take a 2-0 lead in the Round 1 series. Kyle Connor’s early third-period goal stood up as the game winner.

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Winnipeg Jets News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Jets' One-Word Reaction to Kyle Connor's Historic Game

While it took the Winnipeg Jets a bigger effort than they would have wanted, the team couldn’t have asked for a better start to their 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs campaign.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

Connor Scores Late to Help Jets Beat Blues 5-3 in Game 1

The Winnipeg Jets (1-0) erased a third-period deficit to defeat the St. Louis Blues 5-3 in Game 1 of their Western Conference Quarterfinals series. It was a back-and-forth game all the way through, but the Jets were able to overcome the adversity to take the early advantage in the series.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Bell Centre voted best ice by NHLPA Player Poll for seventh season

One of the biggest markets in hockey has been voted to have the best ice in the league, again. On Tuesday, the NHL Players’ Association released its annual

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Connor Scores Twice in 3rd, Jets Blank Stars 4-0

With both teams fighting for the Central Division, the Winnipeg Jets (54-21-4) beat the Dallas Stars (50-23-6) 4-0 at American Airlines Center on Thursday night.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / March 26

The pressure is on for Jets’ Connor Hellebucyk to perform in the playoffs

The Winnipeg Jets became the second team in the NHL to clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Now, the narrative turns to how far they can go. While the team has some strong scoring threats—Mark Scheifele, Kyle Connor, and Nikolaj Ehlers—the Jets’ success will rely on goaltender Connor Hellebuyck’s performance.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 21

Kyle Connor’s Game-Winning Goal Secures Jets’ 4-3 Overtime Victory Over Oilers

For the first time since the season opener on Oct. 9, the Winnipeg Jets battled the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. That game saw Winnipeg dismantle Edmonton 6-0, en route to a perfect 8-0-0 record to start the season.

Winnipeg Jets News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Kyle Connor Reveals What He Saw Before Shootout Goal For Jets' Record-Setting NHL Win

Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Connor is widely regarded as one of the best forwards in the NHL. He has all the nods to prove it, but the one thing he still lacks is the ever-elusive Stanley Cup.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / February 12

Kyle Connor is going to be so important for USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off

While everyone is excited to see what kind of show Canada and Sweden are going to put on in the opening game of the 4 Nations Face-Off on Wednesday, people are excited to see what the United States will bring to the table, especially up front.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Jets’ Kyle Connor Making a Strong Case for the Hart Trophy

How good are the Winnipeg Jets this season? Really good is the answer. They are currently tied with the also surprising Washington Capitals to lead the NHL with 63 points. For the Jets, Kyle Connor‘s offensive production is one reason for the team’s success.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / December 4

Five Fascinating Facts About Winnipeg Jets’ Kyle Connor

Kyle Connor has risen to NHL stardom as a member of the Winnipeg Jets. His story is one of skill and relentless drive. From his early days battling adversity to his status as one of the league’s most prolific goal-scorers, Connor’s journey is packed with fascinating moments and milestones.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / November 13

Can Winnipeg Jets maintain their historic start?

With things clicking on all cylinders, the question remains: can Winnipeg keep it up?

Jets double up Rangers, become fastest to 15 wins

‘I don’t think there’s a flaw right now’: Why the 15-1 Jets believe they’re for real

The Jets don’t spend much time in the defensive zone – for a good reason

Every NHL player to score 60 or more goals in a season

The 'Teams with the most points in an NHL season' quiz

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / March 13, 2024

NHL bets: Tonight's a Connor kind of night

Yesterday's targets split, and we need to break this week open in the NHL. We've settled on two studs again to back, and truly the only concern we have on these spots is they're going to be too popular today.

Predators' 12-game point streak at stake vs. division rival Jets

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