NHL fans really want a goalie hug. Mark Scheifele of the Winnipeg Jets really deserved it more, especially after his team lost that crucial Game 6 in the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Dallas Stars. Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck shared a moment with teammate Scheifele after their tough 2-1 overtime loss, giving him a massive hug. Scheifele scored the Jets’ only goal earlier in the game during the second period at 5:28, thanks to assists from Kyle Connor and Gabriel Vilardi. He played even after the sudden passing of his father, Brad Scheifele, just a day before.
As soon as he scored the goal, he zipped away from the opponent’s goalie, and you could really see the joy on his face, even with all the pain he’d been dealing with over the previous hours. His choice to hit the ice in those conditions really showed his resilience and dedication, and Hellebuyck’s gesture highlighted the strong connections within the team.
The emotional weight of the moment really stood out with a touching message from Connor Hellebuyck’s father, Chuck Hellebuyck. He posted two photos on social media and wrote, “RIP Brad. I will really miss you buddy!”
This tribute was a heartfelt way to honor Brad Scheifele’s memory and really showed how tight-knit the players’ families are, highlighting the strong sense of community within the team’s support system. The social media post really stood out. Chuck and Brad were spotted wearing their Jets gear, and they were clearly having a great time posing for the camera.
RIP Brad. I will really miss you buddy! pic.twitter.com/GXh9is2Mwm
— Chuck Hellebuyck (@ChuckHellebuyck) May 18, 2025
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