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Connor Hellebuyck responds to critics after Team USA Olympic gold medal win over Canada

With a hundred years of Olympic gold, Team USA had to fight for the final victory over Team Canada, and it was a dramatic moment when goaltender Connor Hellebuyck had the right to win the gold medal. When the game was won by a goal, the headlines were filled with celebration for the game-winning goal, but actually, it was the presence in the net that was consistent in blocking wave after wave of high-quality scoring opportunities.

To Connor Hellebuyck, the performance of getting a gold medal was personal, too. The Winnipeg Jets superstar had been a subject of media criticism in the recent

NHL newscast for his lack of consistency in the playoffs and his ability to remain calm in big games. At the Olympics, though, he did it at the right moment and had the loudest way to respond to critics, and that is by saving.

Connor Hellebuyck powers Team USA past Team Canada

Having to deal with an undeterred Team Canada roster of Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and a rising star in Macklin Celebrini, Connor Hellebuyck was tall since the first puck drop. He repelled 42 shots with an incredible save percentage that left Team USA within striking range even at the times when Canada was on the most offensive.

In the third period, which saw the intensity increase, Team Canada was pressing and made several high-danger chances. Connor Hellebuyck responded each time. His calmness enabled Team USA to go on the offensive, and the final goal that closed the international match outcome of the NHL.

After the win, Connor Hellebuyck spoke about the criticism that he received. He underlined that he was sure in his preparation and style of play, and external voices do not characterize his game.

He also cemented his legacy as the performance also earned him a spot on the Olympic All-Star Team.

Now that the Olympic limelight is over, it becomes the Winnipeg Jets and NHL match today picture. In the era of NHL trade rumours and Stanley Cup speculation, Connor Hellebuyck is a statement goalie, reminding everyone that elite goal-making could make even the most skeptical person keep their mouth shut; particularly when a Stanley Cup is at stake.

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