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Luke Hughes Faces Criticism After Costly Mistakes in Loss

1/6/2026

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New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes, 22, drew boos after a 3-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, and he made two critical mistakes, including an own goal 51 seconds into the game.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe defended Hughes, saying mistakes are part of the game.
Teammates expressed belief in Hughes' potential to improve.
The Devils will play their next four games on the road, giving tensions time to ease.

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Story summary

New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes, 22, drew boos after a 3-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, and he made two critical mistakes, including an own goal 51 seconds into the game.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe defended Hughes, saying mistakes are part of the game.
Teammates expressed belief in Hughes' potential to improve.
The Devils will play their next four games on the road, giving tensions time to ease.