U.S. hockey star Quinn Hughes has publicly addressed the ongoing joke about him 'seeing ghosts' during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Known for his vacant stare on the ice, Hughes confirmed that he is aware of the memes and jokes circulating online, including a TikTok video joking that his ghostly companions have traveled to Italy with him. Hughes explained that his focused demeanor is simply him concentrating on his game, not haunted by Victorian ghosts as some fans humorously suggest. His comments come amid a strong performance by Team USA, with Hughes contributing to their winning streak. Hughes's remark about 'seeing ghosts' echoes a similar phrase used by NFL quarterback Sam Darnold in 2019, who also joked about 'hearing ghosts' during a game, a comment that became widely known. Hughes is currently competing alongside his younger brother Jack Hughes, who expressed excitement about playing together in the Olympics for the first time. The Hughes brothers, along with their teammate Luke Kuechly, are preparing for the quarterfinal match against Sweden. The 26-year-old defender's comments have added a humorous and humanizing element to the Olympic coverage, highlighting the lighter side of high-stakes international competition.