I can share a quick update: as of late January 2026 and into April 2026, Jack Hughes has been dealing with a lower-body injury that has kept him out for short stretches but has not indicated a long-term absence, with latest reports suggesting day-to-day status and expected near-term returns for Devils games. However, for the very latest, I’d recommend checking the Devils’ official site or reliable outlets like ESPN or FOX Sports for the most current injury status and any game-day updates. If you’d like, I can pull a concise, up-to-date summary from those sources. [ESPN]; [FOX Sports]; [NJ.com][3][7][9]
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A freak injury takes the superstar out.
www.hockeyfeed.comUnexpected setback for Devils star in what can only be called a fluke accident.
www.hockeyfeed.comNHL News: New Jersey Devils star forward Jack Hughes is currently being evaluated by team medical staff after suffering a lower-body injury during Thursday's 3-.
timesofindia.indiatimes.comThe Devils received some much-needed good news on Jack Hughes' latest injury.
www.nj.comJack Hughes returned to skating this morning after being sidelined since November 15th with a non-hockey-related hand injury that required surgery following a 'freak accident.'
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timesofindia.indiatimes.comGet the latest NHL news on Jack Hughes. Stay up to date with NHL player news, rumors, updates, analysis, social feeds, and more at FOX Sports.
www.foxsports.comJack Hughes has been placed on the New Jersey Devils' injured list since the forward sustained a hand injury off-ice.
thehockeynews.comNew Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes left the team's game against Nashville in the first period and did not return at the start of the second.
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