NHL:
What is the likely path New Jersey will take to fit Luke Hughes’s extension with the current core and cap picture?
Qwiket AI:
The Devils will seek a balance of term and AAV, potentially pairing Luke’s long‑term security with a restructured Hamilton or a buyout/relief move to preserve forward depth. They’ll lean on cost‑controlled defensemen to fill the mid‑tier roles and optimize power‑play time to maximize overall value.
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Minnesota Wild: