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Devils’ Overtime Winning Streak Features Unbelievable Statistical Twist

The 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…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 11:56 AM
Devils’ Overtime Winning Streak Features Unbelievable Statistical Twist
Key Things to Know
  • The New Jersey Devils have won their last three non-shootout overtime games by the exact score of 5-4.
  • Jack Hughes scored the overtime winner to defeat the New York Islanders 5-4 on Saturday.
  • New Jersey overcame a 4-2 deficit in the third period with goals from Luke Evangelista and Dougie Hamilton.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New Jersey Devils extended their overtime winning streak on Saturday with a 5-4 victory over the New York Islanders, marking their third consecutive overtime win by the exact same 5-4 scoreline. Jack Hughes scored the game-winner in the extra frame after New Jersey mounted a third-period comeback from a two-goal deficit at UBS Arena.

Todd Matthews notes that New Jersey remains undefeated in overtime this season and has scored four or more goals in 10 of their 12 total victories. The win over the Islanders snapped a potential seven-game losing streak against New York and extended the Devils' current overall winning streak to four games.

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