In a thrilling highlight of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Jack Hughes etched his name in history by scoring the overtime goal that clinched the gold medal for the U.S. Men's Hockey Team. Since that unforgettable moment, Hughes has been riding a wave of excitement, becoming a central figure in the celebration.
Recently, Hughes took a moment before a New Jersey Devils matchup against the Buffalo Sabres to express his gratitude and pride. Speaking with genuine emotion, he celebrated both the men’s and women’s teams for their golden achievements.
Fresh off his golden goal, Jack Hughes delivered an emotional speech to the Jersey crowd prior to puck drop 🇺🇸
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"I'm so proud and so happy that the men's and women's USA Hockey teams brought gold medals back to the United States of America," Hughes shared. "You guys are making me emotional.
I'm so proud to represent the New Jersey Devils organization. And I'm so proud to represent the great state of New Jersey.
From the bottom of my heart, all my teammates, USA teammates, we want to thank you guys for all the love and support, we feel it. Thank you."
This victory over Canada marked a monumental moment, reminiscent of the iconic 1980 Miracle on Ice. It’s the first time both the U.S. Men's and Women's Hockey Teams have struck gold in the same Olympics, with both triumphs coming in overtime against their Canadian rivals.
Hughes, a staple of the Devils since 2019, is having a solid season with 36 games under his belt, tallying 12 goals and 24 assists. The Devils currently stand at 28-27-2.
During the Olympics, Hughes was a standout performer, amassing seven points with four goals and three assists. His decisive goal will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the great moments in Olympic lore.