Devils Eye Quinn Hughes as Potential Trade Target
New Jersey is among the teams considered as a possible trade partner for Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Hockey
The New Jersey Devils are being considered as a potential trade partner for Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes. Hughes, 27, is tied for seventh in the NHL with 26 points, including six goals and 20 assists.
Why it matters
Hughes's production ranks among the league's leaders, making him a notable name in trade discussions around the NHL. Any deal would affect both a contending Minnesota roster and a New Jersey team that has been active in building its lineup.
Hughes has six goals and 20 assists for 26 points this season, tied for seventh in the NHL, with his 20 assists tying him for fifth in the league. Whether New Jersey is actively pursuing a deal has not been confirmed.
The players
Quinn Hughes
Quinn Hughes is a 27-year-old defenseman for the Minnesota Wild who was drafted seventh overall by Vancouver in 2018 and is one of the NHL's leading scorers among defensemen.
New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils are an NHL franchise based in New Jersey that has been active in building its roster through trades and signings.
Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild are an NHL franchise based in St. Paul, Minnesota, and the current team of defenseman Quinn Hughes.
The details
Reports identify the New Jersey Devils as a potential trade partner for Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes. Hughes was previously traded from the Vancouver Canucks to Minnesota, a deal finalized on December 12, 2025, in exchange for Zeev Buium, a 2026 first-round pick, Liam Ohgren and Marco Rossi.
Timeline
December 12, 2025: Quinn Hughes trade from Vancouver to Minnesota is solidified.
September 2026: Devils forward Luke Evangelista signs a five-year contract with New Jersey.
Tuesday: Devils face the Jets at Canada Life Centre.
Season Trajectory
Hughes's second team change in a short period places him at the center of ongoing NHL roster-building decisions. His production keeps him among the league's top defensemen in scoring, which shapes how contenders value him on the trade market.
A Hughes trade would reshape the defensive pairings for both Minnesota and New Jersey and could change fantasy rankings for defensemen. Fantasy managers tracking his 26 points should watch for roster news from either club.
The takeaway
Trade speculation can shift quickly, so fans and fantasy managers should follow confirmed transactions rather than unconfirmed reports. Hughes's current production makes him a player worth tracking regardless of where he finishes the season.
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