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sports3 months ago

Devils Sign Luke Hughes to 7-Year, $63 Million Contract

The New Jersey Devils have signed defenseman Luke Hughes to a seven-year, $63 million contract, after a standout rookie season where he was a Calder Trophy finalist, setting franchise records and representing Team USA internationally. Hughes, 22, has quickly become a key player for the Devils with impressive points and leadership qualities, and will join the team for practice soon.

sports2 years ago

"New Jersey Devils: Prospects, Offseason Moves, and Top Young Talent Revealed"

The New Jersey Devils have announced their 24-man roster for the 2023 Prospects Challenge, which includes 13 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goaltenders. The roster features defenseman Luke Hughes, who played in the NHL last season, as well as several draft picks. The Devils will participate in three games against other teams in the challenge, with all games being streamed live on newjerseydevils.com.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes leads Devils to victory in Game 3 against Hurricanes.

Rookie defenseman Luke Hughes had two assists in his third NHL game, helping the New Jersey Devils win Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Carolina Hurricanes. His brother Jack Hughes had two goals and two assists, becoming the 12th player in Devils franchise history to have four points in a playoff game. The Hurricanes became the first team in 35 postseasons to score three shorthanded goals in a game, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Devils' offensive onslaught.

sports2 years ago

"Devils' Luke Hughes makes playoff debut in Game 3 against Hurricanes"

The New Jersey Devils are making several changes to their lineup for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup playoffs against the Carolina Hurricanes, including the debut of Luke Hughes, shuffling of lines, and a change in goaltender. The team is hoping these changes will help them bounce back from a 2-0 deficit in the series, as they did in the first round against the New York Rangers.

sports2 years ago

Hughes set for playoff debut as Devils face Hurricanes in crucial Game 3.

Luke Hughes, the 19-year-old defenseman, will make his Stanley Cup Playoff debut for the New Jersey Devils against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. Hughes will replace Ryan Graves, who is out with an upper-body injury. The Hurricanes lead the best-of-7 series 2-0. Hughes was selected by the Devils with the No. 4 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft and turned pro last month after two seasons at the University of Michigan.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes set for playoff debut as Devils face Hurricanes.

Luke Hughes, the fourth-overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft and younger brother of team superstar Jack, will make his playoff debut for the New Jersey Devils in Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes. Hughes is a fleet-footed blueliner that makes crisp breakout passes from his own zone and can join the rush. His mobility and puck play will be an asset against a team like Carolina. Ryan Graves' upper-body injury and Hughes' attributes are the biggest reasons for his insertion into the lineup.

sports2 years ago

"Insights and Highlights from the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs"

ESPN's national NHL reporter, Emily Kaplan, shares insights from her conversations with players, coaches, and executives during the first two weeks of the Stanley Cup playoffs. The playoffs have been marked by upsets, with smaller markets celebrating their teams' successes. The Toronto Maple Leafs-Florida Panthers series features two electric American players, Auston Matthews and Matthew Tkachuk. The Carolina Hurricanes have been hit hard by injuries, but Teuvo Teravainen may return in the conference finals. The New Jersey Devils are considering playing Luke Hughes, the No. 4 pick of the 2021 draft, as a depth option. Patric Hornqvist is still making an impact on the Panthers despite being shut down due to concussions, and the Taylor Hall trade to Arizona in 2019 has been fruitful for the Devils.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes' First NHL Goal is an Overtime Winner for the Devils.

Luke Hughes, the 2021 No. 4 overall pick of the New Jersey Devils, scored his first NHL goal and it was an overtime game-winner against the Washington Capitals. The goal also gave the team a franchise-record 52 wins this season. Hughes signed a three-year entry-level contract on Saturday, turning pro after two seasons in Ann Arbor. He finished tied for the NCAA lead in scoring by a defenseman this year with 48 points (10 goals, 38 assists) in 39 games.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes Turns Pro, Joins New Jersey Devils

Luke Hughes, the fourth-overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the New Jersey Devils, joining his older brother Jack on the team. Although he will not play in the Devils' game against the Boston Bruins, Luke is expected to make his NHL debut soon. The quick signing allows Luke to learn the Devils' system and start working with his new teammates. The 19-year-old defenseman has been refining his game at Michigan and was named to the Big 10 All First-Team.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes Joins New Jersey Devils as Top Defense Prospect

Highly rated prospect Luke Hughes has signed his entry-level contract with the New Jersey Devils, joining his brother Jack Hughes. The 19-year-old defenseman finished the season with 10 goals and 48 points in 39 games at Michigan. The Devils are playing for home-ice advantage, which could play a role in determining whether Hughes will play. Whenever Hughes does enter the lineup, he will be part of a team that has boasted one of the NHL's strongest defensive structures.

sports2 years ago

Top prospect Luke Hughes signs 3-year deal with Devils.

Luke Hughes has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the New Jersey Devils and is expected to join his older brother Jack Hughes with the team. The 19-year-old defenseman turned pro after two seasons at the University of Michigan, where he had 87 points in 80 games. Hughes is not expected to play against the Boston Bruins on Saturday but could make his NHL debut when the Devils host the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday.

sports2 years ago

Luke Hughes Joins New Jersey Devils on ELC

The New Jersey Devils have signed defenseman Luke Hughes, the fourth-overall selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, to a three-year, entry-level contract starting with the 2022-23 season. Hughes, who played for the University of Michigan, ranked second for scoring this season and earned Big 10 All First-Team Honors for his sophomore campaign. He has also represented the United States on the international stage. Hughes is the younger brother of Jack Hughes, who was selected by the Devils with the first-overall selection in the 2019 NHL Draft.

sports2 years ago

Michigan and Penn State face off in NCAA hockey tournament's Frozen Four.

The Michigan Wolverines will face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the NCAA hockey tournament Allentown regional final on Sunday. The winner will advance to the Frozen Four in Tampa, Florida. Michigan's D Luke Hughes and Penn State's G Liam Souliere are key players to watch. Despite a close season series, Michigan's offense is expected to be too much for Penn State to handle, with a predicted final score of U-M 5, Penn State 3.

sports2 years ago

Michigan Dominates NCAA Hockey Tournament with Record-Setting Performance.

The Michigan Wolverines defeated the Colgate Raiders 11-1 in the NCAA Tournament Regional Final after a slow start in the first period. Michigan's offense exploded in the second period, scoring five goals in less than five minutes, and seven goals in total, tying for the third-most ever in a single NCAA Tournament period. Luke Hughes led the way with two goals and two assists, while 16 different Wolverines recorded a point. Michigan will face Penn State in the next round with a trip to the Frozen Four on the line.