Devils Shut Out Rangers 5-0 in Newark

The New Jersey Devils secured a dominant 5-0 victory against the New York Rangers, with Jack Hughes scoring two goals and providing an assist, marking his second two-goal game of the season. Jacob Markstrom recorded his second consecutive shutout, saving 12 shots, while the Devils improved to 7-2-1 in December. The Rangers, now struggling with 13 losses in 17 games, saw Jonathan Quick make 25 saves but failed to capitalize on their power plays. The game featured a feisty atmosphere with multiple fights, highlighting the fierce rivalry between the teams. Additionally, Mark Scheifele led the Winnipeg Jets to a win against the Toronto Maple Leafs with a hat trick, as the Jets maintained their position atop the NHL standings. The holiday break is set to begin for the NHL, with the Rangers next facing Tampa Bay and the Devils hosting Carolina.