The New Jersey Devils concluded their road trip with a dominant 5-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday night, securing a crucial win in Las Vegas. Arseny Gritsyuk and Jack Hughes each tallied two goals, while Luke Hughes opened the scoring with a powerful one-timer from the top of the left circle. The performance highlighted the devastating synergy between the Hughes brothers, who have helped the Devils go 10-1-0 in games where both score, a statistic that underscores their offensive impact on the team’s recent success.
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Goalie Connor Hellebuyck played a pivotal role in the win, stopping 19 shots to claim his second victory since the Devils acquired him from the Winnipeg Jets on Oct. 23. The three-time Vezina Trophy winner has established himself as a reliable presence in net, having also started in a 5-1 win in Dallas on Tuesday. His steady performance between the pipes provided the foundation for New Jersey’s offensive surge, allowing the team to maintain control throughout the contest despite early momentum shifts from the home side.
Vegas managed to briefly take the lead, with Mark Stone deflecting Mitch Marner’s shot and Ivan Barbashev tapping in a cross-crease pass to give the Golden Knights a 2-1 advantage. However, the Devils responded decisively, with Gritsyuk continuing his hot streak by scoring in six of his last eight games. The final scoreline of 5-2 reflects New Jersey’s ability to overcome early deficits and capitalize on sustained pressure, leaving the team with a strong record heading into the next phase of their schedule.
Source: Yahoo Sports
