Jets’ Hellebuyck sidelined with knee issue
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The Winnipeg Jets are expected to be without the reigning Hart Trophy winner for the next four to six weeks.
Connor Hellebuyck has been shut down to have arthroscopic knee surgery to deal with an issue that has been lingering for some time, a source confirmed on Friday morning.
Eric Comrie will carry the load for the foreseeable future, while Thomas Milic has been recalled from the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League.
The Jets face the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday as they continue a three-game homestand.