VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA - JUNE 21: Jack Hughes speaks to the media after being selected first overall by the New Jersey Devils during the first round of the 2019 NHL Draft at Rogers Arena on June 21, 2019 in Vancouver, Canada.

Devils sign Hughes to entry-level contract

7 years ago
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Jack Hughes is officially a member of the New Jersey Devils.

The club signed the first overall pick of this June's draft to a three-year, entry-level contract Friday. The deal carries a maximum average annual value of $925,000 plus performance bonuses.

Hughes, 18, led the U.S. National Development Team with 112 points in 50 games this past season. The shifty center set the program record for points with 190 over two campaigns.

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