The Hockey News · 39m
Opinion: Devils Decision To Not Start Hellebuyck Is Mehta’s First Mistake
A SNAFU is an acronym for a “Situation normal: all f–ked up.” The term was popularized during the Vietnam War and best describes a situation that becomes chaotic and messy when least expected.
It also best describes New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta’s decision to start Jake Allen on Tuesday night against the Winnipeg Jets over Connor Hellebuyck. Tuesday was supposed to be his much-awaited return to Winnipeg. Instead, the Devils announced Sunday night that they won’t start him.
A statement from Devils GM Sunny Mehta on our game Tuesday in Winnipeg. pic.twitter.com/xrF8OBaHXe
— New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) November 9, 2026