The Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes is heading into his seventh NHL season with renewed focus, but the 2024-25 campaign left him battling through pain more than most fans realized. Off the ice, much of the summer chatter has centered on Hughes’ future with the Canucks, but the defenseman recently shared candid details about the injuries he endured last season.

Hughes revealed he played through a ligament tear in his hand that sidelined him for several games, showing remarkable resilience by wearing a cast while continuing to perform at a high level. His perseverance allowed him to finish January with 17 points (six goals, 11 assists) in just 13 games, demonstrating the skill and determination that have made him a cornerstone of the franchise.

The injuries didn’t stop there. A late

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