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Hughes Scores Twice as Devils Maul Rangers
16 Oct
Summary
- Luke Hughes scored two goals, his first multigoal game.
- New Jersey Devils defeated New York Rangers 7-1.
- Nico Daws secured his first win of the season.
The New Jersey Devils secured a dominant 7-1 victory over the New York Rangers at Prudential Center. Luke Hughes was a standout performer, scoring two goals in his first multigoal NHL game.
Evan Rodrigues added to the Devils' offense with a goal and an assist. Nico Daws made 18 saves, earning his first win of the season. This win marked the second consecutive victory for the Devils and the 300th in the NHL for their coach, Sheldon Keefe.
The Rangers struggled offensively, with Pavel Dorofeyev scoring their lone goal. Goaltenders Dylan Garand and Spencer Martin faced significant pressure, combining for 24 saves. The Rangers, who entered the game leading the NHL in goal differential, were unable to contain the Devils' potent attack.
