2. A New Luke Hughes Contract
Luke Hughes, the youngest Hughes brother, has a current contract with the New Jersey Devils, a three-year, entry-level deal signed on April 8, 2023. Luke Hughes is not currently eligible for an offer sheet, as he is considered a "10.2.c" player due to not reaching 10 games played in his first year. That's good news for the Devils, but it's still the biggest "to-do" on Tom Fitzgerald's plate.
It's only a matter of time before the Devils extend Luke Hughes' contract due to his strong performance (44 points), high potential, and the team's desire to keep him in the fold for the long term. Extending him would also allow them to keep Jack Hughes, the team's best player, happy. Additionally, an extension could help the team with salary cap management, as the salary cap is expected to rise, providing more room for upgrades at other positions.
1. The Return of Jack Hughes
While the New Jersey Devils' had a plethora of injuries towards the end of their year, it truly did seem like all hope was lost when the team announced star Jack Hughes was done for the season with a shoulder injury. The injury was sustained on March 2nd during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights.He collided with Jack Eichel and slammed into the boards, causing him to immediately leave the game.Hughes underwent surgery on March 5, 2025, and was placed on long-term injured reserve.
Before his injury, the middle hughes brother was unstoppable with 70 points across 62 games. This included a massive number of 43 assists and 27 goals.
The good news? Next year, he's expected to return immediately upon the season's start if the timeline holds up. And most importantly, Jack himself said he's looking forward to it.