Hughes notched an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Panthers.

Hughes (shoulder) is expected to play versus the Islanders on Friday.

Hughes could be a game-time decision Friday versus the Islanders, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

Hughes (shoulder) will play in Thursday's game against the Red Wings, Bill Spaulding of MSG Network reports.

Hughes (shoulder) will join the Devils as they head to Detroit for Thursday's matchup, Devils play-by-play announcer Matt Loughlin reports.

Hughes' (shoulder) return to the lineup is "imminent" but it won't be against the Lightning on Tuesday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Hughes (shoulder) hasn't resumed skating and is still 5-7 weeks away from playing, according to Mike Morreale of NHL.com.

Hughes is expected to miss 6-8 weeks after suffering a left shoulder injury but will not require surgery, the club announced Thursday.

Hughes finished his rookie season with nine goals and 47 points while dressing for all 82 games.

Hughes notched two assists, one on the power play, in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Penguins.