Quinn Hughes Continues Elite Offensive Production with Three Assists, Eyes Scoring Title

Quinn Hughes, 24, recorded three assists, including one on the power play, in Monday's 8-5 loss to the Panthers. Already a top offensive defenseman, he set career highs in 2023-24 with 17 goals and 92 points across 82 games, marking his third straight season exceeding 65 points and fifth over 40. Over the last three years, his 236 points rank third among defensemen. Known for his power-play quarterbacking, he earned 34 of his 76 points with the man advantage last season and finished with a plus-15 rating. While not strong in non-offensive categories, Hughes is expected to compete for the defensemen scoring title in 2024-25, maintaining a point-per-game pace and elite fantasy value. He was a Calder Trophy nominee in 2019-20, losing to Cale Makar, and is considered a must-own in dynasty formats.