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New York Post
18-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Ex-Islanders, Rangers goalie Jaroslav Halak retires after 17 NHL seasons
Jaroslav Halak is calling it a career after 17 years as an NHL goalie, including four seasons with the Islanders and one with the Rangers. The 40-year-old last played in 2022-'23 with the Rangers. The Hurricanes signed him to a professional tryout ahead of the 2023-'24 season, but Halak was released. 'Last year I completed summer training…but when nothing came of it, I told myself it was pointless. After that I didn't even try anymore,' Halak told Slovakia's Dennik Sport, per a translation. 'I'm officially ending my career. I would like to thank my family, friends, fans and especially my wife Petra, who has been by my side my entire career.' Advertisement Goalie Jaroslav Halak with the Islanders on March 22, 2018. Robert Sabo Halak started 539 games in his career, and won the William M. Jennings Trophy twice, which is awarded to the goalie on the team that allowed the fewest goals in a season. He won it first with the Blues in 2011-'12 and again with the Bruins in 2019-'20. Advertisement The Bratislava, Slovakia native began his NHL career with four seasons on the Canadiens before a four-year stint in St. Louis, a 12-game cup of coffee with the Capitals, a four-season stretch with the Islanders and a three-year run with the Bruins. He also started 14 games with the Canucks in 2021-'22 before landing on the Rangers in 2022-'23. Goalie Jaroslav Halak with the Rangers on April 13, 2023. Robert Sabo for NY Post He has a career save percentage of .915 and an overall goals against average of 2.81, and finished just shy of the 300 career win mark with 295. Advertisement 'It's been two years, and I've come to terms with not reaching 300 [wins],' Halak said. 'Looking back on my career, it's been a good one. It would have been nicer with 300 wins, but I'll be happy with 295.' The Islanders, with whom Halak made his only All-Star appearance in 2014-'15, congratulated the goalie on his career on X, writing, 'Wishing Jaroslav Halak all the best in retirement!'
Mint
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Jaroslav Halak, former New York Rangers goalie retires after 17 NHL seasons; says 'I'll never put on the pads again'
Jaroslav Halak, veteran goaltender, announced his retirement at the age of 40 on Friday (July 18), closing a remarkable 17-year NHL career that spanned seven teams. Known for his clutch playoff performances and steady presence, the Slovak player will leave behind a legacy as one of Europe's finest goalies. Jaroslav Halak defied the odds to become a reliable NHL starter when he was drafted in the ninth round (No. 271) by the Montreal Canadiens in 2003. He played for seven teams, including Montreal, St. Louis, Washington, the New York Islanders, Boston, Vancouver, and the New York Rangers. His final NHL season was 2022-23 with the New York Rangers. During that time, he posted a 10-9-5 record in 25 games. In over 581 career games, Halak amassed 295 wins, ranking 14th among European-born goaltenders, with 53 shutouts and a 0.915 save percentage. Jaroslav Halak's one of the best performances was during the 2010 playoffs with Montreal. Trailing 3-1 against the top-seeded Washington Capitals, he delivered a historic performance, stopping 131 of 134 shots (0.978 save percentage) in the final three games to fuel a stunning seven-game upset. Montreal then defeated Pittsburgh before falling to Philadelphia in the Eastern Conference Final. In 39 playoff games, Halak recorded a 17-20 record, a 2.48 goals-against average (GAA), and a 0.919 save percentage, proving his ability to thrive under pressure. Jaroslav Halak's career peaked in 2014-15 with the New York Islanders, where he set a franchise record with 38 wins in 59 starts. In that season, he earned his only All-Star nod, posting a 2.43 GAA and six shutouts. He won the William M. Jennings Trophy twice for playing on the team allowing the fewest goals, sharing it with Brian Elliott (St. Louis, 2011-12) and Tuukka Rask (Boston, 2019-20). On the international stage, Jaroslav Halak played a significant role for Slovakia, starting at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and pushing his team to the bronze medal game. He also earned silver medals at the 2003 U18 World Championship and with Team Europe at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. After two years away from hockey, Jaroslav Halak told Slovak reporter Tomas Prokop, 'I'm done. I'll never put on the pads again.' He now focuses on family, supporting his children, Nathan and Inna, both aspiring goaltenders.
Toronto Star
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Hellebuyck gets run support, posts shutout in must-win Game 5 for Jets
WINNIPEG - His sometimes-struggling netminder just needed more run support, Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel said after a 3-1 loss in Dallas on Tuesday. Well, it took awhile, but Connor Hellebuyck finally got that support to the tune of four goals. Hellebuyck stopped all 22 shots fired at him in Winnipeg's 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars to stave off elimination in Game 5 of the best-of-seven, second-round playoff series on Thursday. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW 'That's hockey right there,' Hellebuyck said. 'If it was a tight game, we were willing to play that. It's just how it goes. We got some pucks in the net tonight and we got lots going in this room, and it was fun to watch.' Hellebuyck became the seventh reigning William M. Jennings Trophy winner with a shutout while facing elimination. He joined Patrick Roy, Jonathan Quick, Tim Thomas, Martin Brodeur, Chris Osgood and Dominik Hasek. He's also one of six goaltenders in NHL history to account for each of a franchise's first five playoff shutouts, recording two in a single series for the second time. 'Felt good,' Hellebuyck said. 'That was a great team win, took everyone and we're going to have to do it again (in Game 6 in Dallas on Saturday).' The team had discussed changing its strategy heading into the game with its season on the line. 'We talked about,' Jets captain Adam Lowry said. 'If we could get back to defending how we have all year, if we could get back to that fast transition game, good puck support all over the ice, we'd put ourselves and (Hellebuyck) in a much better position to be successful.' ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Hellebuyck made an amazing save off Thomas Harley in the opening minute of the second period. 'That was incredible, but it's what he's done for us all year,' Lowry said. 'Another stellar game by him … We have so much confidence in Connor, what he does, what he means for our team. In games like tonight, he's certainly the reason why we have that belief.' Their confidence in Hellebuyck never waned. 'Even times when we weren't helping him out, he's still, I thought, looked great,' said Kyle Connor, who had two assists. 'His confidence never wavers. He's the type of guy who comes to the rink every day with a smile on his face and gives us his best.' Nikolaj Ehlers, with two, Vladislav Namestnikov and Mark Scheifele scored for Winnipeg. 'They played a great game, their goalie played a great game,' said Stars forward Tyler Seguin. 'We were one shot away there for a little bit. Excited to go home and try to close it out there.' The Jets have lost nine straight playoff games on the road, including five this year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW 'It doesn't happen what's happened in the past,' Hellebuyck said. 'We've got one game ahead of us and we're just going to focus on winning that one.' The Jets head to Dallas still down 3-2 in the series. They have never rebounded from a 3-1 deficit to win a series in franchise history. 'I think we've been building our game all season long,' Hellebuyck said. 'It's unfortunate that we got into this position but I believe in this group, I believe in myself and I believe in all of our fans, so we're going to continue to compete and leave it all out there, and that's all we can ask for.' A team down 3-1 in a series has come back to win 32 times in NHL history. The last one to do it was the Florida Panthers in 2023, beating the Boston Bruins. 'They're gonna have a big pushback the next game, so we've got to make sure our details are right and we bring it,' Hellebuyck said. 'Our backs are against the wall and it's time to play Jet hockey.' If the Jets win Game 6, Game 7 will be played in Winnipeg on Monday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 16, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Hellebuyck gets run support, posts shutout in must-win Game 5 for Jets
WINNIPEG - His sometimes-struggling netminder just needed more run support, Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel said after a 3-1 loss in Dallas on Tuesday. Well, it took awhile, but Connor Hellebuyck finally got that support to the tune of four goals. Hellebuyck stopped all 22 shots fired at him in Winnipeg's 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars to stave off elimination in Game 5 of the best-of-seven, second-round playoff series on Thursday. 'That's hockey right there,' Hellebuyck said. 'If it was a tight game, we were willing to play that. It's just how it goes. We got some pucks in the net tonight and we got lots going in this room, and it was fun to watch.' Hellebuyck became the seventh reigning William M. Jennings Trophy winner with a shutout while facing elimination. He joined Patrick Roy, Jonathan Quick, Tim Thomas, Martin Brodeur, Chris Osgood and Dominik Hasek. He's also one of six goaltenders in NHL history to account for each of a franchise's first five playoff shutouts, recording two in a single series for the second time. 'Felt good,' Hellebuyck said. 'That was a great team win, took everyone and we're going to have to do it again (in Game 6 in Dallas on Saturday).' The team had discussed changing its strategy heading into the game with its season on the line. 'We talked about,' Jets captain Adam Lowry said. 'If we could get back to defending how we have all year, if we could get back to that fast transition game, good puck support all over the ice, we'd put ourselves and (Hellebuyck) in a much better position to be successful.' Hellebuyck made an amazing save off Thomas Harley in the opening minute of the second period. 'That was incredible, but it's what he's done for us all year,' Lowry said. 'Another stellar game by him … We have so much confidence in Connor, what he does, what he means for our team. In games like tonight, he's certainly the reason why we have that belief.' Their confidence in Hellebuyck never waned. 'Even times when we weren't helping him out, he's still, I thought, looked great,' said Kyle Connor, who had two assists. 'His confidence never wavers. He's the type of guy who comes to the rink every day with a smile on his face and gives us his best.' Nikolaj Ehlers, with two, Vladislav Namestnikov and Mark Scheifele scored for Winnipeg. 'They played a great game, their goalie played a great game,' said Stars forward Tyler Seguin. 'We were one shot away there for a little bit. Excited to go home and try to close it out there.' The Jets have lost nine straight playoff games on the road, including five this year. 'It doesn't happen what's happened in the past,' Hellebuyck said. 'We've got one game ahead of us and we're just going to focus on winning that one.' The Jets head to Dallas still down 3-2 in the series. They have never rebounded from a 3-1 deficit to win a series in franchise history. 'I think we've been building our game all season long,' Hellebuyck said. 'It's unfortunate that we got into this position but I believe in this group, I believe in myself and I believe in all of our fans, so we're going to continue to compete and leave it all out there, and that's all we can ask for.' A team down 3-1 in a series has come back to win 32 times in NHL history. The last one to do it was the Florida Panthers in 2023, beating the Boston Bruins. 'They're gonna have a big pushback the next game, so we've got to make sure our details are right and we bring it,' Hellebuyck said. 'Our backs are against the wall and it's time to play Jet hockey.' If the Jets win Game 6, Game 7 will be played in Winnipeg on Monday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 16, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Hellebuyck gets run support, posts shutout in must-win Game 5 for Jets
WINNIPEG – His sometimes-struggling netminder just needed more run support, Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel said after a 3-1 loss in Dallas on Tuesday. Well, it took awhile, but Connor Hellebuyck finally got that support to the tune of four goals. Hellebuyck stopped all 22 shots fired at him in Winnipeg's 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars to stave off elimination in Game 5 of the best-of-seven, second-round playoff series on Thursday. 'That's hockey right there,' Hellebuyck said. 'If it was a tight game, we were willing to play that. It's just how it goes. We got some pucks in the net tonight and we got lots going in this room, and it was fun to watch.' Hellebuyck became the seventh reigning William M. Jennings Trophy winner with a shutout while facing elimination. He joined Patrick Roy, Jonathan Quick, Tim Thomas, Martin Brodeur, Chris Osgood and Dominik Hasek. He's also one of six goaltenders in NHL history to account for each of a franchise's first five playoff shutouts, recording two in a single series for the second time. 'Felt good,' Hellebuyck said. 'That was a great team win, took everyone and we're going to have to do it again (in Game 6 in Dallas on Saturday).' The team had discussed changing its strategy heading into the game with its season on the line. 'We talked about,' Jets captain Adam Lowry said. 'If we could get back to defending how we have all year, if we could get back to that fast transition game, good puck support all over the ice, we'd put ourselves and (Hellebuyck) in a much better position to be successful.' Hellebuyck made an amazing save off Thomas Harley in the opening minute of the second period. 'That was incredible, but it's what he's done for us all year,' Lowry said. 'Another stellar game by him … We have so much confidence in Connor, what he does, what he means for our team. In games like tonight, he's certainly the reason why we have that belief.' Their confidence in Hellebuyck never waned. 'Even times when we weren't helping him out, he's still, I thought, looked great,' said Kyle Connor, who had two assists. 'His confidence never wavers. He's the type of guy who comes to the rink every day with a smile on his face and gives us his best.' Nikolaj Ehlers, with two, Vladislav Namestnikov and Mark Scheifele scored for Winnipeg. 'They played a great game, their goalie played a great game,' said Stars forward Tyler Seguin. 'We were one shot away there for a little bit. Excited to go home and try to close it out there.' The Jets have lost nine straight playoff games on the road, including five this year. 'It doesn't happen what's happened in the past,' Hellebuyck said. 'We've got one game ahead of us and we're just going to focus on winning that one.' The Jets head to Dallas still down 3-2 in the series. They have never rebounded from a 3-1 deficit to win a series in franchise history. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. 'I think we've been building our game all season long,' Hellebuyck said. 'It's unfortunate that we got into this position but I believe in this group, I believe in myself and I believe in all of our fans, so we're going to continue to compete and leave it all out there, and that's all we can ask for.' A team down 3-1 in a series has come back to win 32 times in NHL history. The last one to do it was the Florida Panthers in 2023, beating the Boston Bruins. 'They're gonna have a big pushback the next game, so we've got to make sure our details are right and we bring it,' Hellebuyck said. 'Our backs are against the wall and it's time to play Jet hockey.' If the Jets win Game 6, Game 7 will be played in Winnipeg on Monday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 16, 2025.
