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Devils Defeat Avalanche in Overtime Thriller
28 Oct
Summary
- Jack Hughes scores game-winning goal in overtime
- New Jersey Devils extend winning streak to 8 games
- Rookie Arseny Gritsyuk also scores for the Devils
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the New Jersey Devils faced off against the Colorado Avalanche in a thrilling NHL matchup at Ball Arena in Denver. The Devils emerged victorious, defeating the Avalanche 4-3 in overtime.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with the Devils jumping out to an early 2-0 lead thanks to goals from rookie Arseny Gritsyuk and star center Jack Hughes. However, the Avalanche fought back, with Valeri Nichushkin and Nathan MacKinnon scoring to tie the game at 2-2 by the end of the first period.
The teams traded goals in the second and third periods, with Connor Brown putting the Devils ahead before Brock Nelson equalized for the Avalanche. The game ultimately came down to overtime, where Jack Hughes scored his second goal of the night to secure the victory for New Jersey.
The win extends the Devils' winning streak to 8 games, a remarkable turnaround after their season-opening loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Goaltender Jake Allen made 21 saves to earn the win, while Colorado's Trent Miner stopped 20 shots in his first start of the season.
