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Jack Hughes on Hockey Hall of Fame having Olympic gold medal game-winning puck: ‘It’s bull****’

When Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal in Milan, equipment began to fly in the air. Sticks, gloves, and helmets were all thrown by United States players to celebrate beating Canada in the Olympic gold medal game.

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Devils in the Details – 3/18/26: Golden Puck Edition

Here are your links for today: “Jack Hughes wants the Hockey Hall of Fame to give him the puck from his gold-medal-winning overtime goal for Team USA in the Milan Cortina Olympics, which is currently on display in Toronto.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 17

Jack Hughes, Devils vying for another stellar showing vs. Rangers

New Jersey Devils star forward Jack Hughes torched the New York Rangers earlier this month by registering his fourth career hat trick to go along with an assist.

Jack Hughes News / The Spun / March 17

Jack Hughes Not Happy With Location Of His Gold Medal-Winning Puck

Jack Hughes wants the puck from his game-winning goal in Team USA's gold-medal victory. The Hockey Hall of Fame secured possession of Hughes' "golden goal" in an overtime win over Canada at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 17

Fans float new name in search for Canadiens' mystery trade target

The most interesting story — and No. 1 talking point — weeks after the trade deadline remains the deal that didn’t happen for the Montreal Canadiens.

The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jack Hughes News / Breakaway on SI / March 17

Jack Hughes Becomes Fastest Devils Player to Reach Latest Milestone

New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes has been having a year like no other. Just three weeks ago, he became America's golden boy after scoring the overtime winner against the Canadians in the Gold Medal game at the Winter Olympics in Milan.

Paul Cotter News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Devils’ Paul Cotter reveals what happened during unreal OT winner

The New Jersey Devils took on the Boston Bruins on Monday night. It was a game the Devils had no postseason stake in. However, it could’ve been huge for the Bruins.

NHL News / All About The Jersey / March 16

Devils Rally Past Bruins in OT

It’s nights like these that make you wonder, what could have been. The New Jersey Devils certainly didn’t look like the hapless, directionless mess of a hockey team that spent the past three-plus months struggling to get out of its own way while plummeting to the darkest depths of the Eastern Conference standings.

Jack Hughes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 16

Olympic hero Jack Hughes accomplishes major career milestone

The New Jersey Devils may not be having a stellar 2025-26 NHL season, but that’s not dimming the spotlight on Jack Hughes, who’s enjoying a great individual campaign.

Paul Cotter News / Field Level Media / March 16

Paul Cotter, Devils edge Bruins in OT

Paul Cotter scored with seven seconds remaining in overtime to give the New Jersey Devils a 4-3 win over the Boston Bruins on Monday in Newark, N.J. Three seconds before Cotter's tally, Boston's Charlie McAvoy fired a shot that deflected off both goalie Jacob Markstrom and the goalpost.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / March 15

Devils Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Homestand Concludes, Hudson River Rivalry Continues, and More

With the home stretch of the season dwindling away, the New Jersey Devils are once again fighting to find stability. After a four-game win streak, things seemed to be looking up, but their situation quickly reverted to dire after a shutout loss to the Detroit Red Wings, followed by another loss in a must-win game against the Calgary Flames.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

3 Takeaways From Devils’ Thrilling 6-4 Win Over Kings

The New Jersey Devils knew that they were getting into a battle when facing the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night; with L.A. right in the thick of the race, they would be as hungry as ever.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

3 Positive Trends in Devils’ Late-Season Surge

It’s safe to say that the season has not gone to plan for the New Jersey Devils. After streaks of inconsistency, injuries, and offensive difficulties, the team welcomed the chance to regroup on their current seven-game homestand.

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Evgenii Dadonov News / Professor Press Box / March 12

NHL Tweaks Senators’ Penalty for Dadonov Trade: What Happened?

The controversy started in 2021 when Ottawa traded Evgenii Dadonov to Vegas, and continued in 2022 with the attempted trade to Anaheim. That trade with Anaheim was later invalidated.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

NHL reinstates Senators’ 2026 first-round pick at 32nd overall

The National Hockey League announced Thursday they have modified the punishment given to the Ottawa Senators for their role in the botched trade of Evgenii Dadonov between the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / March 6

NHL Rumors: Will New Jersey Devils Trade Simon Nemec Or Any Other Defensemen?

The New Jersey Devils are a fascinating team at the NHL Trade Deadline. President and General Manager Tom Fitzgerald put Evgenii Dadonov, Luke Glendening, and Maxim Tsyplakov on waivers on Thursday.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

New Jersey Devils Place Three On Waivers

According to a team announcement, the New Jersey Devils have placed Evgenii Dadonov, Luke Glendening, and Maxim Tsyplakov on waivers. If all three players clear, they would have added flexibility on the trade market by tomorrow afternoon, given they can be freely reassigned to the AHL by the acquiring club.

Simon Nemec News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4

Devils Discussing Simon Nemec In Trade Talks

The Devils are clear sellers this winter, trailing the Bruins for the wild-card cutoff by 11 points, but they are looking to wheel and deal with success next season in mind rather than sell off players indiscriminately.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / March 3

Do the Devils find a suitor for Dougie Hamilton?

It’s been a tumultuous season for the New Jersey Devils and their general manager Tom Fitzgerald.

The 'Goalie Stanley Cup Playoff wins leaders' quiz

Dougie Hamilton News / NHL Rumors / March 3

NHL Rumors: Will the New Jersey Devils test market for Dougie Hamilton again before deadline?

Will the New Jersey Devils test the market for Dougie Hamilton again before the deadline? Would a former team be interested? Flames Nation: Darren Dreger on New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton and if he could be moved.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 2

Devils Sign Matyas Melovsky To Two-Year, Entry-Level Contract

The New Jersey Devils have signed forward prospect Matyas Melovsky to a two-year, entry-level contract per a team release. Melovsky is playing through his first pro season with the AHL’s Utica Comets on a minor-league contract.