Sat Mar 08 01:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Devils’ Star Jack Hughes Out For Season After Shoulder Surgery

**Newark, NJ** – New Jersey Devils captain Jack Hughes will miss the remainder of the 2024-2025 NHL season after undergoing successful shoulder surgery Wednesday. The procedure, performed by Dr. Peter Millett at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, concludes a challenging week for the star center.

Hughes, 23, suffered the injury during Sunday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights after a collision with Jack Eichel. He left the game in pain and subsequently missed the team’s game in Dallas on Tuesday before undergoing further medical evaluation. The Devils announced the season-ending diagnosis on Wednesday.

The injury is a significant setback for the Devils, who are currently battling for a playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division. Hughes, the team’s leading goal scorer (27 goals) and points leader (70 points), averaged over 20 minutes of ice time per game. His absence leaves a considerable void in the Devils’ lineup.

While the injury is a major blow to New Jersey’s postseason hopes, Hughes is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for training camp in the fall of 2025. His $8 million cap hit has been placed on long-term injured reserve, providing the Devils with some salary cap flexibility ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline.

Despite a strong start to the season, the Devils have struggled recently, going 9-11-3 since January 1st, allowing teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Rangers to close the gap in the Metro Division standings. The team currently sits third in the division with 72 points.

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