Luke Hughes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Luke Hughes is an NHL defenseman for the New Jersey Devils.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Luke Hughes has 8 points (5 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 45-point pace over 84 games. He is 5th on the New Jersey Devils in scoring. 6 of the 8 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 24:16 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Luke Hughes, a defenseman early in his NHL career, plays top-pair minutes and makes a significant impact. He produces points at a high rate, consistently gets to dangerous scoring areas, and is willing to shoot from anywhere on the ice, showcasing a strong offensive game.
However, Hughes rarely blocks shots and tends to avoid physical play. He also gives up chances at even strength, which are areas for development in his defensive game.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | New Jersey Devils |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 198 lb |
| Born | September 9, 2003 (age 23) in Manchester, United States |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 1, Pick 4 — NJD |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 5 | 3 | 8 | +7 | 8 | 37 | 13.5% | 24:16 | 62.1% | 2.5 | 0.7 | 1.1 | 0.20 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.3 | -0.0 | +0.2 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| Power Play | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 3 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24:16 | 37 | 13.5% | 0 | 3 | 0.53 | 2.5 | 0.14 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1.1 |
| 2025-26 | 68 | 6 | 29 | 35 | 4.8 |
| 2024-25 | 71 | 7 | 37 | 44 | 8.8 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 9 | 38 | 47 | 7.7 |
| 2022-23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Luke Hughes has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.3 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 8.8 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luke Hughes's GAR this season?
Luke Hughes has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Luke Hughes's WAR this season?
Luke Hughes has been worth about 0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Luke Hughes have this season?
Luke Hughes has 5 goals and 3 assists for 8 points in 15 games this season.
Is Luke Hughes a good defenseman?
Luke Hughes ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Luke Hughes's career GAR?
Across 5 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Luke Hughes has accumulated 23.4 career GAR and 136 points.
How tall is Luke Hughes, and how much does he weigh?
Luke Hughes is 6'2" tall and weighs 198 lb. Born September 9, 2003 (age 23) in Manchester, United States.
How does Luke Hughes score across situations in 2026-27?
Luke Hughes has 6 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Luke Hughes's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Luke Hughes has scored on 13.5% of 37 shots in 2026-27.