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Devils Overcome Ducks Despite Trade Setback, Face Playoff Pressure

12/14/2025

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The New Jersey Devils failed to acquire Quinn Hughes in a recent trade.
Despite the setback, the Devils defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-1.
General Manager Tom Fitzgerald has struggled to address the team's needs after losing Jack Hughes to injury.
The Devils' playoff hopes depend on Fitzgerald making impactful moves soon, as the team has shown potential but holds a 6-9-0 record since Jack Hughes's injury.

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Story summary

The New Jersey Devils failed to acquire Quinn Hughes in a recent trade.
Despite the setback, the Devils defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-1.
General Manager Tom Fitzgerald has struggled to address the team's needs after losing Jack Hughes to injury.
The Devils' playoff hopes depend on Fitzgerald making impactful moves soon, as the team has shown potential but holds a 6-9-0 record since Jack Hughes's injury.