Devils rookie named Calder Trophy finalist

New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday Dec. 27, 2023, in Newark, N.J. The New Jersey Devils won 4-3 in overtime. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray) By Ryan Novozinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Devils rookie defenseman Luke Hughes on Tuesday was named a finalist for the Calder Trophy, which is awarded “to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition.” Chicago Blackhawks phenom Connor Bedard and Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber are the other finalists. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may