Connor Hellebuyck Leads Team USA in Opening Game Against Latvia
Team USA is set to begin its Olympic journey with Connor Hellebuyck in goal as they take on Latvia. This matchup marks the opening game for the United States in the tournament.
Connor Hellebuyck: Key Player for Team USA
Connor Hellebuyck, who plays for the Winnipeg Jets, will be the starting goaltender. He also led Team USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off last winter, participating in three of four games. Notably, he was under the spotlight during their loss to Canada in the tournament final.
Goalie Lineup
Hellebuyck was chosen over Dallas Stars’ Jake Oettinger and Jeremy Swayman from the Boston Bruins, both of whom have strong performances this season.
- Connor Hellebuyck: 13-16-7 record; .900 save percentage; 2.79 GAA.
- Jake Oettinger: 23-10-4 record; .897 save percentage; 2.73 GAA.
- Jeremy Swayman: 22-12-3 record; .903 save percentage; 2.89 GAA.
Upcoming Matches for Team USA
After facing Latvia, Team USA will have a day off before playing Denmark on Saturday. They will then wrap up the preliminary round against Germany on Sunday.
With the Olympic tournament ahead, the performance of Hellebuyck and the entire team will be crucial in their pursuit for gold. The pressure is on as they aim for a strong start against Latvia, showcasing their skills on such a prestigious stage.
