See Jack Hughes get hero's welcome in return to Devils from Olympics

After scoring the gold medal-winning goal for Team USA men's hockey to beat Canada at the 2026 Olympics, Jack Hughes made his return to the Devils.

26 Feb, 00:26 — 26 Feb, 00:43

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Why this matters

Jack Hughes's return to the New Jersey Devils after winning an Olympic gold medal for Team USA, scoring the decisive goal against rival Canada, is a significant moment. It highlights the crossover appeal and national pride associated with international hockey tournaments and allows fans to celebrate their local star's global achievement. This welcome reinforces the connection between a player's national success and their professional team's fanbase.

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Jack HughesOlympic gold medalist, Devils player New Jersey DevilsNHL team Team USAOlympic men's hockey team Prudential CenterDevils' home arena Olympicsinternational sports competition CanadaTeam USA's opponent in Olympic final

Coverage Timeline

First report: Yahoo · 26 Feb, 00:26|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 18m|Window: 18m

Yahoo26 Feb, 00:26First to report