Jack Hughes shone with two goals and an assist, leading the New Jersey Devils to a commanding 5-0 victory over the New York Rangers. Jacob Markstrom secured his second consecutive shutout, facing minimal challenges throughout the game.

The Rangers, struggling with 13 losses in their last 17 games, saw Jonathan Quick make 25 saves while Chris Kreider was a healthy scratch. The match featured intense physical play, including two fights.

In other NHL action, the Winnipeg Jets continued their strong form with a 5-2 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs, powered by Mark Scheifele's hat trick. The St. Louis Blues also found success, defeating the Detroit Red Wings 4-0, while the Pittsburgh Penguins triumphed over the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3, with Sidney Crosby tying a franchise assists record.