Career Timeline of Luke Hughes (ice hockey): Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Luke Hughes (ice hockey), from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Luke Hughes is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the New Jersey Devils in the NHL. Drafted fourth overall by the Devils in 2021, he previously played college hockey for two years at the University of Michigan, where he reached the Frozen Four in both seasons. He is considered a highly promising young talent in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2019: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2019, Luke Hughes represented the United States at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge and won a silver medal.

July 23, 2021: Drafted by the New Jersey Devils

On July 23, 2021, Luke Hughes was drafted fourth overall by the New Jersey Devils in the 2021 NHL entry draft.

2021: Commitment to University of Michigan

In 2021, Luke Hughes committed to play college ice hockey for the University of Michigan.

2021: Drafted by New Jersey Devils

In 2021, Luke Hughes was selected fourth overall by the New Jersey Devils in the NHL entry draft.

May 5, 2022: Named to United States Men's National Ice Hockey Team

On May 5, 2022, Luke Hughes was named to the United States men's national ice hockey team to compete at the 2022 IIHF World Championship.

December 12, 2022: Named to United States Men's National Junior Ice Hockey Team

On December 12, 2022, Luke Hughes was named to the United States men's national junior ice hockey team to compete at the 2023 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.

2022: Led League Defensemen in Scoring

During the 2022–23 season, Luke Hughes led the league's defensemen in scoring with seven goals and 21 assists for 28 points.

April 8, 2023: Signed by the New Jersey Devils

On April 8, 2023, Luke Hughes signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the New Jersey Devils.

2023: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

During the 2023 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, Luke Hughes served as team captain, recorded four goals and one assist in seven games, and won a bronze medal.

2023: Rookie Season

During the 2023–24 season, in his rookie season, Luke Hughes set a franchise record for points by a rookie defenseman, recording nine goals and 47 points.