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The latest Jack Hughes criticism makes even less sense than anything said before

Jack Hughes was trying to get the New Jersey Devils back into the game against the Washington Capitals on Saturday night, but one play he made was called a "business decision" and came with big opinions.

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 2:40 AM
The latest Jack Hughes criticism makes even less sense than anything said before
Key Things to Know
  • Nick Villano argues that criticism of Jack Hughes for avoiding a hit from Tom Wilson is unjustified.
  • The New Jersey Devils lost 4-2 against division rivals the Washington Capitals on Saturday.
  • Devils forward Timo Meier scored his first goal of the season during the game.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New Jersey Devils suffered a 4-2 loss to the Washington Capitals on Saturday, following a difficult second period. After the game, Devils forward Jack Hughes faced criticism from viewers and commentators for avoiding a potential hit from Capitals forward Tom Wilson while skating in toward goaltender Logan Thompson.

Writer Nick Villano argues that the criticism directed at Hughes is unjustified, contending that making a quick play to avoid Wilson was a rational decision. Villano noted that Timo Meier scored his first goal of the season during the defeat, while goaltender Jake Allen struggled in net.

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