Devils' Luke Hughes Out 6-8 Weeks with Shoulder Injury

The young defenseman will miss the start of the season but is expected to return by early November.

Luke Hughes, 21, injured his left shoulder during offseason training and will not require surgery.
The New Jersey Devils defenseman will undergo treatment and physical therapy in New Jersey.
Hughes is expected to miss the Devils' preseason and the first 8-15 regular season games.
Last season, Hughes scored 47 points in 82 games, earning a spot on the All-Rookie Team and finishing third in Calder Trophy voting.
Hughes, drafted fourth overall in 2021, shares the cover of EA Sports NHL 25 with his brothers Quinn and Jack.