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Devils Rally Past Blackhawks with Late Goals
30 Mar
Summary
- Dougie Hamilton and Jack Hughes scored 19 seconds apart late in the third period.
- Jake Allen made 28 saves for the New Jersey Devils.
- Chicago Blackhawks lost their third consecutive game.
The New Jersey Devils achieved a thrilling 5-3 comeback victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night, fueled by two rapid-fire goals from Dougie Hamilton and Jack Hughes. These pivotal goals, scored just 19 seconds apart late in the third period, electrified the Prudential Center crowd and secured the win for the home team.
Goaltender Jake Allen was a standout performer for the Devils, making 28 saves throughout the game. This victory marks the sixth win in the last eight games for New Jersey. The Blackhawks saw a strong performance from Frank Nazar, who scored twice, including a third-period goal on a 5-on-3 power play, and Ilya Mikheyev also found the net.
Despite the offensive efforts from Chicago, they concluded their four-game road trip with their third consecutive loss. The Blackhawks are now set to miss the postseason for the sixth straight year. For the Devils, this win keeps their playoff hopes alive as they trail the final wild-card spot by 10 points with nine games remaining in the season.
