Connor Hellebuyck's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Ice Hockey
Connor Hellebuyck's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Concussions | Head | 2021-03-19 | Missed a few games due to concussion protocol. | In March 2021, Hellebuyck was hit by a puck in the head during a game, resulting in a concussion. He was placed under concussion protocol and missed several games to ensure full recovery. | Hit by a puck during a game. | 2 weeks | Followed concussion protocol, rest, and gradual return to activities. | Temporary absence but no long-term impact. | Concern for future head injuries. | None reported. | Returned after clearance from concussion protocol. | Moderate | Concussion protocol, rest, and monitoring. | Neurologist and team medical staff. | None observed so far. | Enhanced headgear and monitoring. | Missed 3 games. | Dizziness, headache, and confusion. | Moderate, requires careful monitoring. | Support from team, medical staff, and family. | Specialized concussion clinic. |
| Lower Body Injuries | Lower Body | 2017-11-30 | Missed several games. | Hellebuyck sustained a lower body injury after a collision with an opposing player during a game in December 2017. The injury forced him to miss several games, affecting the team's performance. | During a game, Connor Hellebuyck collided with an opposing player. | 2 weeks | Underwent physiotherapy and rest. | Temporary setback with no long-term effects. | Minor frustration due to missed games. | None reported in the same area. | Returned after 2 weeks of recovery. | Moderate | Physiotherapy and rest. | Team physiotherapist and doctors. | None observed. | Improved protective gear and conditioning. | Missed 4 games. | Pain and swelling in the lower body. | Low, with proper conditioning. | Support from team and family. | Team's medical facility. |
| Upper Body Injuries | Upper Body | 2019-02-14 | Missed a few games. | Connor Hellebuyck suffered an upper body injury during a practice session in February 2019. The injury caused him to miss a few games, but he was able to recover quickly. | Injured during a practice session. | 1 week | Rest and light exercises. | Minor impact, quickly recovered. | Minimal, focused on recovery. | None reported in the same area. | Returned after 1 week of rest. | Mild | Rest and light exercises. | Team doctors and trainers. | None observed. | Enhanced protective gear during practice. | Missed 2 games. | Discomfort and reduced mobility. | Low, with proper care. | Support from team and medical staff. | Team's training facility. |
Connor Hellebuyck's Sports Injuries Videos
Jets' Connor Hellebuyck Stays in Game After Getting Cut Above Eye by Slapshot from Jack Eichel
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck suffers a cut above his eye after taking a hard slapshot to the mask from Jack Eichel. The shot, described as a "rocket," hits Hellebuyck's mask near his left eye, causing some damage and a cut on his eyebrow. The game is briefly paused to stop the bleeding and ensure it doesn't impair his vision. Despite the injury, Hellebuyck's determination to continue playing highlights the intensity and sacrifice often seen in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Jets' Hellebuyck cut open after Morrissey's stick accidentally clips him.
Connor Hellebuyck is injured after Josh Morrissey's stick accidentally clips the goaltender under the mask. Hellebuyck is down clutching his head, with the training staff coming out to check on him. He appears to be cut below the eye from the stick.
Gotta See It: Jets' Hellebuyck Cut by Kucherov Slap Shot to Face
Winnipeg Jets' netminder Connor Hellebuyck gets hit square in the forehead by a one-timer from Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The impact knocks Hellebuyck's mask off and sends him to the ice. The force of the shot appears to have hit him right between the eyes. Despite the strength of the masks, the blow was significant enough to knock him over. The referees stop the play, and Hellebuyck is helped to his feet. Kucherov checks on him, and the backup goaltender, Laurent Brossoit, starts getting ready to replace Hellebuyck, who will be checked out for any potential injuries.
How does the NHL allow this?!
Connor Hellebuyck was hit in the head by Jamie Benn, leading to a goal by Robertson. The goal was challenged for goalie interference, but after review, it was determined that the actions of Winnipeg's player caused the incidental contact, and the goal was allowed.
