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New Jersey Devils star forward Jack Hughes is not expected to play against the Washington Capitals because of an injury he sustained at the dinner table, not on the ice.

It is believed Hughes fell and cut his hand during a team dinner Thursday, and multiple people called it a “fluke accident,” according to Sportsnet. It is unknown how long the 24-year-old will be out.

Hughes and the Devils have been off to a fantastic start this season. The Devils are 12-4-1 and lead the Metropolitan Division.

Hughes has 20 points (10 goals and 10 assists) in 17 games played.

Hughes had two assists in the team’s 4-3 overtime win over the Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday.

The young forward has been a productive player throughout his NHL career but has had troubl

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