New Jersey Devils Shut Down Luke Hughes for Medical Procedure
Devils shutting down Luke Hughes for procedure
Espn
Image: Espn
The New Jersey Devils have decided to shut down defenseman Luke Hughes for a medical procedure as he begins rehabilitation. Hughes, 22, previously faced an upper-body injury this season but managed to play 68 games, scoring six goals and 35 points before the team was eliminated from playoff contention.
- 01Luke Hughes is undergoing a procedure and will begin rehab.
- 02He previously dealt with an upper-body injury this season.
- 03Hughes scored six goals and 35 points in 68 games this season.
- 04He signed a seven-year, $63 million contract extension before the season.
- 05The Devils have been eliminated from playoff contention.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The New Jersey Devils have announced that defenseman Luke Hughes will be sidelined to undergo a medical procedure, marking the start of his rehabilitation process. The specifics of the procedure have not been disclosed. Earlier this season, Hughes sustained an upper-body injury after a hit from Justin Kirkland of the Calgary Flames, which led him to be placed on long-term injured reserve. He opted for rehabilitation instead of surgery at that time and returned to play a total of 68 games, where he recorded six goals and 35 points. The 22-year-old defenseman signed a significant seven-year, $63 million contract extension prior to this season. Unfortunately for the Devils, they have been eliminated from playoff contention, making Hughes' recovery a priority for the upcoming season.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
How do you think the Devils will perform next season without Hughes?
Connecting to poll...
More about New Jersey Devils
Nico Hischier's Future with the New Jersey Devils: What Happens If He Doesn't Sign an Extension?
Yahoo! News • Apr 9, 2026

Flyers Dominate Devils with Strong Performance from Zegras and Foerster
Beaumont Enterprise • Apr 8, 2026

New Jersey Devils Part Ways with General Manager Tom Fitzgerald
Espn • Apr 7, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.
