Devils' Star Jack Hughes Sidelined by Freak Injury

On November 15, 2025, the New Jersey Devils announced that their star player, Jack Hughes, had suffered a non-hockey injury to his hand in a freak accident during a team dinner. According to a team source, the 24-year-old centerman was injured in the incident, and his status for the upcoming game against the Washington Capitals is currently in question.

Hughes has been off to an outstanding start to the 2025-26 season, tallying 10 goals and 10 assists in 17 games. He is tied for 15th in the NHL in goals and leads the Devils in points. However, this latest injury continues a troubling trend for the young player, who has missed 20 games in each of the last two seasons due to various ailments, including a shoulder injury that ended his 2024-25 campaign early.

Despite the setback, the Devils currently have the second-best record in the NHL, trailing only the Colorado Avalanche. They lead the Metropolitan Division with a 12-4-1 record, powered by an eight-game winning streak in late October. The team's productive top line, centered by Hughes, has been a significant factor in their success, with the Devils scoring the ninth-most goals in the league and owning the seventh-ranked power play.