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.
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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