It may be that some hefty patting on the back and a statue outside Byrne Arena is what John J. McMullen needs to keep his Devils here. That may be it. Or, it may not be. Meanwhile, the party goes on, the invading thoughts and the possible curfew on the whole celebration gallantly ignored. Because it is a great party and a great accomplishment for a resilient team and its loyal, enduring fans.
Nothing can change that.
However it ends.