# Team USA hero Connor Hellebuyck discusses the difference between playing hockey in US and Canada

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/team-usa-hero-connor-hellebuyck-discusses-the-difference-between-playing-hockey-in-us-and-canada/
- Published: 2026-10-25T01:20:24+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-25T04:09:26+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Far right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/team-usa-hero-connor-hellebuyck-discusses-difference-playing-hockey-us-canada
- Topics: Americas, Entertainment, TV, World

## Key points

- Hellebuyck is preparing to play for New Jersey after a trade from Winnipeg.
- He said he valued his time in Canada and enjoys hockey culture in both countries.
- The Devils were 7-4-0 after Saturday’s win over Los Angeles.

## Summary

Connor Hellebuyck said he is eager to return to the ice after the Winnipeg Jets traded him to the New Jersey Devils. He described joining a skilled team and said he was ready to contribute both on and off the ice.

Asked about the difference between hockey culture in Canada and the United States, Hellebuyck said Canadian fans’ enthusiasm can mean players are approached in everyday places, which can be enjoyable or intrusive. He praised the people and relationships he found in Winnipeg, and said both countries celebrate hockey in their own ways. The Devils had a 7-4-0 record after beating the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, and are due to visit Winnipeg on 10 November.

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