Jack Hughes scores twice in Devils win over Golden Knights

Fantasy hockey: Hughes delivered two goals and seven shots in 17:19 Friday night, a dominant performance backed by elite underlying numbers.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 31, 2026

Jack Hughes scored twice and fired seven shots in 17:19 of ice time Friday, October 30 as the Devils beat the Golden Knights 5-2. He finished plus-4 with two points and no contributions on the power play.

The performance showcases why Hughes remains one of the most valuable fantasy centers in the game, combining elite shot volume with consistent point production and sterling underlying metrics.

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Jack Hughes

Hughes put up two goals and seven shots in 17:19 against the Golden Knights on Friday, October 30 in the Devils' 5-2 win. He finished plus-4 with two points in a dominant all-around effort. His underlying play grades 97 out of 100 among forwards (shots, scoring chances and ice time), a read on how sustainable his scoring is.

Hughes averages 1.26 points per game, 3.9 shots per game and 21:14 a night with 2:52 of power-play time (third among all Devils skaters). He adds 0.40 power-play points per game to his recent averages. The Devils have three games left this week (Friday, Tuesday, Thursday), giving Hughes ample opportunity to produce at his usual elite rate.

What to do

• Start Jack Hughes in all formats with three games remaining this week and elite recent averages across the board.

• Keep Hughes active as a top-tier center given his 97 process grade and consistent 3.9 shots per game.

• Lock Hughes into your lineup for the Devils' Friday, Tuesday and Thursday games.

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