May 19, 2021; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN;Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian (44) battles for a loose puck Winnipeg Jets defensemen Tucker Poolman (3) in front of goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
The worst-case scenario occurred Wednesday night during the Oilers Jets game.
Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets has been an MVP goalie in the past. He was the reigning Vezina Trophy winner from 2019-20 and he has been one of the league’s best goalies for many years.