Devils center Jack Hughes‘ season is over.
Hughes underwent shoulder surgery on Wednesday after suffering an injury against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday, the team announced. The Devils sent the following release on Wednesday.
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).
Hughes suffered the injury when he got tangled with Vegas’ Jack Eichel while skating at full speed before falling and sliding head-first into the boards. He braced the crash with his right arm, but the impact appeared to be too much. Hughes skated off the ice and down the tunnel with 1:48 left in the game, holding his right arm.
Hughes had surgery on his right shoulder last April, so this will be his second in less than a year.
Hughes, 24, was having another great season in his young career. Hughes, had 27 goals and 70 points in 62 games this season, both of which led the Devils.
The Devils, with a 33-24-6 record, are still in a playoff spot. Losing their best player certainly stings with 19 games left this season, but they still have a chance at the playoffs.
