Fansided · Jan 23
Luke Hughes's current injury could negatively effect Devils 2026-27 salary cap space
The New Jersey Devils might be without Luke Hughes for the long term, or he could return this season. Either way, if the injury impacts their defensive lineup decisions, it could impact their offseason salary cap space.
Carolina Hurricanes v New Jersey Devils | Andrew Mordzynski/GettyImagesIt was a bad end to a terrible season, at least for now, for Luke Hughes. After missing most of training camp and all of the preseason due to a contract dispute, the New Jersey Devils’ young star defenseman struggled for most of the year. He was out of position and losing battles for the puck. His trademark speed wasn’t where it had been in seasons past.