The Worst is Confirmed for Jack Hughes and the New Jersey Devils Following Latest Update
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Terrible news out of New Jersey, as the Devils have confirmed that Jack Hughes is done for the year after undergoing surgery to repair an injury he suffered during Saturday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
The worst possible outcome on the condition of New Jersey Devils forward and assistant captain Jack Hughes has been confirmed, and now they've been left scrambling for what comes next.
Hughes has been placed on Long Term Injured Reserve and will miss the rest of the year after undergoing shoulder surgery stemming from an injury he suffered over the weekend; he got tangled up with Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel and crashed awkwardly into the boards during Saturday's game in Sin City.
His surgery was successfully performed in Colorado, and is expected to be healthy enough to fully participate in September's training camp.
Per the official report via the Devils website:
The New Jersey Devils provided the following medical update on center Jack Hughes, who was injured March 2, 2025, against Vegas:
Following a review of the imaging and subsequent conversations with Jack, his family, representatives, and the Devils' medical and athlete care staffs, it was determined that Jack would proceed with shoulder surgery.
He underwent the successful procedure earlier today, which was performed by Dr. Peter Millett at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado.
Hughes is expected to make a full recovery to be available for 2025 New Jersey Devils Training Camp.
For roster purposes, Jack has been placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR).
Following a review of the imaging and subsequent conversations with Jack, his family, representatives, and the Devils' medical and athlete care staffs, it was determined that Jack would proceed with shoulder surgery.
He underwent the successful procedure earlier today, which was performed by Dr. Peter Millett at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado.
Hughes is expected to make a full recovery to be available for 2025 New Jersey Devils Training Camp.
For roster purposes, Jack has been placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR).
Prior to his injury, Hughes had 70 points (27G, 43A) in 62 games.
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