Hellebuyck wins Devils debut as New Jersey beats Stars 5-1

Connor Hellebuyck began his New Jersey Devils career with a 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The goaltender finished with 17 saves on 18 shots in his first game since arriving from Winnipeg.

Nico Hischier scored twice for New Jersey. Jesper Boqvist, Luke Hughes and Jack Hughes supplied the other goals as the Devils extended their winning streak to four games.

Justin Hryckowian scored Dallas' only goal, and Casey DeSmith made 22 saves. The defeat ended the Stars' five-game winning streak.

The Devils acquired Hellebuyck from Winnipeg on Friday. He practised with New Jersey on Monday before starting the opener of a three-game road trip. Colorado is next on Wednesday, followed by Vegas on Friday.