New Jersey Devils leading scorer Jack Hughes had shoulder surgery and is out for the season, a significant blow to the team's hopes of making a playoff run. The team said Hughes underwent what it called successful surgery on his right shoulder in Vail,

The Devils say Jack Hughes is expected to make a full recovery and be available for 2025 training camp after having season-ending shoulder surgery Wednesday.

The New Jersey Devils provided the following medical update on center Jack Hughes, who was injured March 2, 2025, against Vegas: Following a review of the imaging and subsequent conversations with Jack, his family, representatives, and the Devils’ medical and athlete care staffs, it was determined that Jack would proceed with shoulder surgery.