Overview

• Jack Hughes has been sidelined since January 5 due to an upper-body injury, missing 10 games.
• Despite his absence, Hughes participated in All-Star Weekend festivities alongside his brother, Quinn Hughes.
• Hughes is the Devils' second-leading scorer with 45 points in 32 games this season.
• The Devils currently sit five points out of a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
• Hughes's return is eagerly anticipated as the team aims to replicate last year's success and reach the playoffs.