Hughes 'super happy' to see Caufield on cusp of 50th goal
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Key Points:
- Jack Hughes, New Jersey Devils center, praised former linemate Cole Caufield for nearing 50 goals this NHL season, a milestone not reached by a Montreal Canadiens player since 1989-90.
- Hughes and Caufield share a strong bond from their time at USA Hockey's National Team Development Program, where they set records and significantly influenced each other's careers.
- Caufield has scored 20 goals in 21 Saturday games this season, contributing to his NHL career-high 83 points and 26 power-play points in 2025-26.
- Hughes highlighted Caufield's dedication to perfecting his shot and his natural goal-scoring talent, noting Caufield's record-setting achievements at the NTDP and international tournaments.
- Both players remain hopeful to reunite on international teams, with Hughes emphasizing Caufield's status as a premier USA Hockey player deserving future national team selections.
