Hughes will make his NHL debut Tuesday versus Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

The Devils selected Hughes with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 Entry Draft. The 19-year-old defender recently completed his sophomore season at the University of Michigan, during which he racked up an impressive 10 goals and 48 points through 39 games. Look for him to draw into a bottom-four role against the Sabres.

Hughes signed a three-year, entry-level contract with New Jersey on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes was drafted fourth overall in 2021, and he just completed his sophomore season at the University of Michigan, where he had 10 goals and 48 points in 39 games. He is the younger brother of Devils superstar Jack Hughes. Luke is expected to be an offensive force from the blue line for New Jersey as soon as next season.

GM Tom Fitzpatrick said on Friday that Luke Hughes will join the Devils once the University of Michigan's season is complete, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is big news as Hughes was selected fourth overall in 2021. He's the younger brother of Devils' superstar Jack Hughes -- Luke is expected to be an offensive force from the blue line. He has nine goals and 36 points in 32 games in NCAA action this season.