The New Jersey Devils continued their blazing start to the season with a 5–3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on October 18, 2025, at Prudential Center. Coming off an emotional Home Opener win against the Florida Panthers, New Jersey once again showed the speed, chemistry, and resilience that have powered their early-season surge. The victory marked the team’s fourth consecutive win — their longest streak in nearly three years — and further solidified their standing among the NHL’s top contenders.
It was another statement night for the Devils’ offensive core, led by Jack Hughes, who scored twice and looked every bit the superstar that Devils fans have come to expect. His first goal came on a slick finish past Calvin Pickard, and his second demonstrated his ability to create magic out of chaos in front of the net. Hughes’ continued dominance has been the heartbeat of New Jersey’s offense this season, as he’s consistently producing highlight-worthy plays that keep opponents guessing.
Jesper Bratt also made his presence felt, burying a crucial power-play goal that swung momentum firmly in New Jersey’s favor. The Devils’ power play has been sharp and decisive so far, but perhaps even more impressive has been their penalty kill — which has now stifled 16 consecutive opposing power plays. Against Edmonton, that streak continued, as the Devils went a perfect 3-for-3 while also scoring short-handed, courtesy of Connor Brown’s opportunistic finish that gave the team a 1–0 advantage in special teams scoring.
Dawson Mercer added to the scoring sheet as well, finding the back of the net and later sealing the game with a confident empty-net goal in the closing seconds. It was a reminder of how balanced and deep this Devils lineup is — every line has been contributing, and the energy has been relentless from start to finish.
For Edmonton, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins tallied twice, while former Devil Curtis Lazar scored his first goal as an Oiler against his old club. Still, it wasn’t enough to derail New Jersey’s momentum. The Oilers managed to make it interesting in the third period, but the Devils’ defensive structure and strong forecheck helped shut things down when it mattered most.
This latest win carries extra historical weight for the Devils, as it marks only the second time in franchise history that they’ve defeated both of the previous season’s conference champions in consecutive games. After knocking off the Eastern Conference champion Panthers, New Jersey backed it up by taking down the Western Conference champion Oilers — a rare and impressive feat that underscores just how potent this team has become.
Now, the Devils turn their focus north to Toronto, where they’ll take on the Maple Leafs in a road showdown on Monday. With the offense firing on all cylinders and the penalty kill operating at elite efficiency, New Jersey is quickly proving that their strong start is no fluke.
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The New Jersey Devils are not just winning games — they’re building something special, and each night, the energy inside The Rock feels more like a team stepping into its prime. The streak continues, and the excitement around New Jersey hockey is surging once again.
