New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes is being evaluated for a non-hockey related injury to his hand. The injury reportedly occurred during a "freak accident" at a team dinner on Thursday.
Hughes did not travel with the team to Washington for their Saturday game and instead returned to New Jersey for further assessment. His availability for Saturday's game is unlikely, and more information regarding his return timeline is expected after his evaluation.
This injury comes as Hughes was having a strong start to the season, with 10 goals and 20 points in 17 games, and the Devils leading the Metropolitan Division. The incident also raises questions about his potential inclusion in the 2026 Olympics for Team USA, for which he was a likely candidate.
