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New Jersey Devils Agree to $63M Deal with Defenseman Luke Hughes
Luke Hughes, 22, secured with a seven-year, $63 million deal averaging $9 million annually to keep the Devils' top defenseman through 2032, announced GM Tom Fitzgerald.
- General manager Tom Fitzgerald announced Wednesday that the New Jersey Devils agreed to a seven-year, $63-million contract extension for defenseman Luke Hughes.
- After nearly two weeks away from camp, negotiations continued as New Jersey gave offers on Monday and a late Tuesday proposal sealed the deal with Luke Hughes.
- Luke Hughes posted 44 points in 71 games last season and set a Devils rookie record with 47 points in 2023-24, showcasing his consistent impact.
- The Devils are about $4 million over the salary cap $95.5 million but can seek long-term injured reserve relief due to Johnathan Kovacevic and Stefan Noesen's absences.
- Hughes now has the richest AAV among his brothers, his contract kicks in immediately and he is eligible for unrestricted free agency after the 2031-32 season, with the Devils securing a core through at least 2028.
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The 22-year-old American defender will receive $9 million a year for the next 7 years; he missed the first two weeks of the camp
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Devils agree with defenseman Luke Hughes on a 7-year, $63 million contract
The New Jersey Devils have agreed to terms with young defenseman Luke Hughes on a seven-year contract worth $63 million. Hughes will count $9 million against the salary cap through the 2031-32 NHL season. Hughes was one of just a…
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