Devils earn overtime win against Flyers in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:17 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

The New Jersey Devils came from behind to secure a 3-2 overtime victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in their season opener on October 2 at Prudential Center. After trailing twice during the game, Luke Hughes tied the score in the third period before Jack Hughes netted the overtime winner following a turnover. The Devils outshot the Flyers 44-25, but the Philadelphia goaltender, Joseph Woll, stopped 41 shots. Despite struggling on the power play, the Devils remain optimistic about their offensive depth and defensive contributions from players like Dougie Hamilton and Luke Hughes.
- •Devils outshot Flyers 44-25 in the game.
- •Luke Hughes scored a crucial third-period goal to tie.
- •Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal in overtime.
- •Devils are optimistic about their improved offensive performance.
- 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Devils show early sign of growth in season-opening overtime win
"Devils come from behind twice, win season opener
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