New Jersey Devils: Why Cancelled Season Could Benefit Jack Hughes

Just over a week ago, along with many other professional sports organizations around the globe, the New Jersey Devils’ 2019-20 season went head over heels. At the time of the NHL putting their season on hold, it appeared likely it would resume for all teams in the matter of weeks. Unfortunately, it is now looking like teams outside of the playoff race could be done for the season, with playoff-hopefuls getting a shot at the Stanley Cup in a more condensed format.

Unfortunately for the Devils, the season seemed to be reaching a new level of consistent play. Prior to losing to the Pittsburgh Penguins at home on March 10, the team swept a back-to-back against the St. Louis Blues and the New…