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Devils Win in Overtime Despite Hughes' Injury Scare

1/30/2026

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Hughes Injured Early

Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) left the game against the Nashville Predators with a lower-body injury after 2:27 in the first period.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe said injury is not believed to be serious and Hughes will be re-evaluated Friday.
The Devils won 3-2 in overtime, with Nico Hischier scoring the game-winning goal.
Hughes has a history of injuries, including a five-week thumb injury, and Olympic status remains uncertain.

Summary

Devils Face Injury Crisis

New Jersey Devils forward Cody Glass is day-to-day with a shoulder injury.
With New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes sidelined by a lower-body injury, Devils may have limited center depth.
The Devils sit seventh in the Metropolitan Division, seven points behind a playoff spot.
Coach Sheldon Keefe warned that if both players remain out, the lineup could be weakened.
Maxim Tsyplakov had a disappointing debut, playing limited minutes.

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Historical Context

In 2015, the NHL tightened concussion protocols in response to increasing player injuries, significantly affecting team strategies. The New Jersey Devils, struggling with injuries to key players like Jack Hughes, exemplify this challenge as they sit seven points out of playoff contention. This situation underscores the ongoing difficulties teams face in balancing player health with competitive performance in the league.

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Hughes Injured Early

Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) left the game against the Nashville Predators with a lower-body injury after 2:27 in the first period.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe said injury is not believed to be serious and Hughes will be re-evaluated Friday.
The Devils won 3-2 in overtime, with Nico Hischier scoring the game-winning goal.
Hughes has a history of injuries, including a five-week thumb injury, and Olympic status remains uncertain.

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