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Jack Hughes Returns to NHL to Huge Ovation After Gold Medal

New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes returned to the ice Wednesday following his Olympic gold medal win, receiving a massive ovation from the Prudential Center crowd.

Hughes called out teammate Tage Thompson to join him on the ice for a celebration, with the duo skating around to chants of "USA." Before the puck dropped, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill presented Hughes with a NJ flag, honoring his achievement as the Devils look to claw their way back into playoff contention.