Dig all you want, but the dirt that comes up on Jack Hughes is clean.
The 18-year-old American center who is expected to go No. 1 to the Devils in the first round of the NHL draft Friday in Vancouver has been defined by his poise in the spotlight. He has been considered the most talented player in this draft class for almost two years, and in that time, he has dealt with countless media requests and countless opposing defenders wanting to get the best of him.