Jack Hughes Placed on Injured Reserve for Finger; Expected Ready for Training Camp After Shoulder Surgery

Jack Hughes has been placed on injured reserve due to a finger injury. This follows a 2023-24 campaign where he amassed 27 goals and 74 points in 62 appearances, including five goals and 15 assists in nine outings before injuries began to hinder him. He missed the final four games of the season to undergo shoulder surgery but is expected to be fully recovered in time for training camp. In 2022-23, Hughes set career highs with 43 goals and 99 points, leading the Devils with 31 power-play points and 336 shots on goal. He also averaged over a point-per-game in 2021-22 despite injuries, and showed significant progress in 2020-21. The 2019 first overall pick is the Devils' top-line center and power-play option.