Luke Hughes Leaning Into His Strengths To Become An Elite Defenseman

TRENDINGWeek 9 Winners and LosersBears beat Bucs, barelyLakers win without LukaPuka Nacua needs MRIAP Top 25Story byStory byLuke Hughes Leaning Into His Strengths To Become An Elite DefensemanMike Fink·The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsMon, November 9, 2026 at 11:47 AM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesDevils Notebook: Maple Leafs, Rise Of Luke Hughes, Fighting & MoreEvery Sunday of the NHL season, Mike Fink empties the notebook with some thoughts, quick hits, and anything in between on the New Jersey Devils.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsDevils Extra Layers Of Offense Speak Volumes To Their UpsideThe New Jersey Devils scored three unanswered goals to defeat the New York Islanders 5-4 in overtime, and it was a reminder that their offense can come at teams in waves and give them a high upside.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsMatthew Schaefer, Luke Hughes throwdown during Islanders-Devils NHL clashThe New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils served up one of the more surprising scraps of the NHL season on Saturday night, as Islanders phenom Matthew Schaefer and Devils defenseman Luke Hughes got into it at UBS Arena. The unexpected throwdown came in the second period, with the Islanders leading 4-2. Schaefer had taken Hughes down earlier in […] The post Matthew Schaefer, Luke Hughes throwdown during Islanders-Devils NHL clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsAdvertisementAdvertisementSheldon Keefe Sends Strong Message Before Devils vs. IslandersNew Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe spoke to the media ahead of Saturday’s November 7 game against the New York Islanders.Among the topics addressed by New Jersey’s coach was the importance of keeping the team’s focus on the matchup against the Islanders.Keefe also praised Luke Hughes, Nico Hischier, and Timo Meier for their defensive […] The post Sheldon Keefe Sends Strong Message Before Devils vs. Islanders appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYDitD & Open Post - 11/9/26: Heading to Winnipeg EditionNew Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 11/9/26SB NationPröschtli! Swiss Devils Lead the Way for Connor Hellebuyck’s 4-0 Shutout of Maple LeafsTimo breaks out for two goals, Connor Hellebuyck gets his first shutout as a Devil, and the Devils continue their winning waysSB NationJack Hughes scores in overtime as Devils rally past Islanders 5-4NEW YORK (AP) — Jack Hughes scored in overtime to lift the New Jersey Devils to a 5-4 victory over the New York Islanders on Saturday.Dougie Hamilton, Luke Evangelista, Declan Chisholm and Evan Rodrigues also scored for New Jersey, which extended its winning streak to four games.Associated PressDevils Claw Back in Rollercoaster Win on the IslandWin in OT 5-4SB NationGame Preview #18: New Jersey Devils at Toronto Maple LeafsAfter putting 50 shots up last night, the Devils look to take down the Maple Leafs.SB NationDevils’ Overtime Winning Streak Features Unbelievable Statistical TwistThe New Jersey Devils have yet to lose in overtime this season, notching another extra-period win on Saturday. New Jersey has won three straight games in overtime or in a shootout. Counting only overtime (non-shootout) wins, the Devils have won their last three in the extra period 5-4. The first 5-4 overtime win (and second […] The post Devils’ Overtime Winning Streak Features Unbelievable Statistical Twist appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYDevils’ Jack Hughes OT Winner Sparks Controversy in Islanders VictoryThe New Jersey Devils won in a thriller over the New York Islanders on Saturday night. But it didn’t come without controversy. Jack Hughes’ overtime winner couldn’t have come at a better time. The Devils entered Saturday’s contest on a six-game losing streak against their division rivals. They hadn’t scored at UBS Arena in seemingly […] The post Devils’ Jack Hughes OT Winner Sparks Controversy in Islanders Victory appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYIslanders’ Matthew Schaefer gets into wild fight with Luke Hughes during loss to DevilsMatthew Schaefer got himself in a tussle during the Islanders’ overtime loss to the Devils on Saturday.NY Post SportsIslanders blow late lead and fall to Devils on Jack Hughes’ OT goalThe Islanders frittered away a two-goal lead to make it a winless three-game homestand, handing the Devils a 5-4 win on Jack Hughes’ overtime goal.NY Post SportsDevils Make Notable Goaltending Decision Ahead of Islanders RematchThe New Jersey Devils are looking to turn their luck around on Saturday night against the New York Islanders, a team that has dominated them. Per Amanda Stein, Jake Allen is getting the nod as the Devils travel to Long Island to face the Islanders. Allen will be tasked with helping the Devils snap a […] The post Devils Make Notable Goaltending Decision Ahead of Islanders Rematch appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYGame Preview #17: New Jersey Devils at New York IslandersTonight is the last time the Devils have to go to Long Island this season.SB NationDo the Wild have the NHL’s best top line right now?Do the Wild have the best line in the NHL? It’s certainly one of them, and it appears to be getting better after — through its play even strength and on the power play — combining for 10 points in a 4-1 victory over San Jose on Friday. If that seems high, it frankly is because three of those points were racked up by defenseman Quinn Hughes, who has given an already potent line a fourth member. ...Pioneer Press, St. Paul, Minn.Quinn Hughes Says Wild's Chemistry Is Reaching Another Level: 'There's Zero Selfishness'Fueled by historic point streaks from Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes, Minnesota’s elite stars are mimicking powerhouse rotations to dominate the ice and propel a relentless winning surge.The Hockey News - Minnesota WildNew Jersey Devils Road Trip Will Be PivotalThe upcoming New Jersey Devils road trip will test whether New Jersey can carry its recent momentum into three challenging matchups away from home. It begins Saturday against the Islanders before a quick turnaround in Toronto on Sunday. Tuesday’s finale in Winnipeg brings an emotional storyline, as recently traded Connor Hellebuyck returns to face his …Last Word on SportsHellebuyck makes 23 saves for his first shutout with Devils in 4-0 victory over Maple LeafsTORONTO (AP) — Connor Hellebuyck made 23 saves for his first shutout with New Jersey and the Devils beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-0 on Sunday night.Acquired from the Winnipeg Jets last month after demanding a trade, Hellebuyck became the first goalie in franchise history to win each of his first five games with the club.Associated PressJonas Siegenthaler Warns Devils About Islanders’ ForecheckThe New Jersey Devils face the New York Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont on Saturday, November 7.Ahead of the game, several players spoke with the team’s official reporter, Amanda Stein.Among those interviewed was Jonas Siegenthaler.The defenseman discussed, among other things, the Islanders’ strong forecheck, but also made it clear that the Devils are heading […] The post Jonas Siegenthaler Warns Devils About Islanders’ Forecheck appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY