Jack Hughes (5/14/2001) was drafted by the New Jersey Devils with the first overall pick (1st) in the 2020 NHL Draft (8th American to be drafted 1st overall).
Jack Hughes Rookie Year Stats: 61 games, 7 goals, 14 assists, and a plus-minus rating of -26. Not the best-looking stats from a number-one pick, but remember he was literally only 18 years old and the New Jersey Devils were one of the worse teams of all time.
SHOP GRADED JACK HUGHES ROOKIE CARDS ON EBAY
Hughes has incredible speed, quick hands, makes intelligent decisions, and a slapshot that will knock your socks off. Let us look at the top-rated Jack Hughes rookie cards that will have a chance to fatten your wallet or bank account.
1. 2019 Jack Hughes Upper Deck The Cup RPA /99 #66
If Jack Hughes turns out to be a top 20 or 30 player of all-time this card will be worth the cost of a home mortgage. The Upper Deck The Cup RPA Jack Hughes rookie card is numbered #66 and only 99 of these bad boys were printed.
His name sits towards the bottom center just above the word “ROOKIE” in all caps. The game used patch is just above his name and the auto finds its home just above the patch. Hughes is pictured, upper body only, looking for a pass while sporting his red Devils uniform.
2. 2019 Jack Hughes Upper Deck Young Guns Exclusives /100 RC #201
This list wouldn’t be legit if it didn’t have the Young Guns rookie cards on it. The 2019 Jack Hughes Upper Deck Young Guns Exclusives rookie card is numbered #2201 and only 100 of them were made.
A great-looking card as we have come to expects nothing less from the Young Guns brand. Hughes is pictured heading up ice with a determined look on his face that seems to say “bring it on biatch”.
His name is centered towards to bottom with his team name and position behind it in line. The words Young Guns Exclusives sit above his name in larger caps… red and black graphics are sprinkled throughout.
3. 2019 Jack Hughes Upper Deck Young Guns Silver Foil RC #201
Another hard-hitting UD Young Guns card is next on our list. This time the Young Guns FOIL version with the only real difference being slight variations in the photo and then off course the number made.
4. 2019 Jack Hughes SP Authentic Future Watch Auto /999 RC #148
Last on our list is the 2019 SP Authentic Future Watch Auto Jack Hughes rookie card. Numbered #148 the card shows Hughes rushing up ice on what looks like a would-be scoring chance.
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This card is moderately priced and shouldn’t break the bank at high levels but won’t cost a few week’s allowance either.
5. 2019 Jack Hughes Upper Deck OPC Glossy Copper RC #R-20
Not only is this Jack Hughes RC super affordable for every price range but it’s also pretty damn sexy look wise and it’s made by O-Pee-Chee (we have a thing for OPC).
The 2019 Jack Hughes UD O-Pee-Chee Glossy Copper rookie card is numbered #R20 and is a perfect mix of affordability and a good to great ROI (assuming Hughes lives up to his lofty expectations).
His name is centered at the top while his team name is positioned in the bottom left and his position (Center) sits in the bottom right. If you a Jack Hughes fanboy, believe he is the next great one, and have a tight budget this card has your name written all over it… BUY BUY BUY!
6. 2019 Upper Deck The Cup RPA /99 #66
7. 2019 The Cup Exquisite Collection Rookie Auto Patch /86 #EC-JH
8. 2019 Upper Deck Ice /99 RC #150
9. 2019 UD Clear Cut Exclusives Jack Hughes/Quinn Hughes #250
10. 2019 Upper Deck Canvas Young Guns #C239
What is Jack Hughes Rookie Card Values?
Most expensive Jack Hughes rookie cards? The 2019 Upper Deck Exclusives /100 RC #201 and the 2019 Upper Deck The Cup RPA /99 RC #66 are the two most valuable Jack Hughes RC’s.
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Checklist
- 2019 Upper Deck Allure Blue Quartz Die Cut Auto /5 RC
- 2019 SP Authentic Future Watch Auto /999 RC #148
- 2019 UD Young Guns Silver Foil RC #201
- 2019 Upper Deck The Cup RPA /99 #66
- 2019 The Cup Exquisite Collection Rookie Auto Patch /86 #EC-JH
- 2019 Upper Deck Ice /99 RC #150
- 2019 UD Clear Cut Exclusives Jack Hughes/Quinn Hughes #250
- 2019 Upper Deck Canvas Young Guns #C239
- 2019 UD NHL Draft #SP-1
- 2019 O-Pee-Chee Platinum Marquee Rainbow RC #200
- 2019 Upper Deck Allure RC #100
- 2019 Upper Deck OPC Glossy Copper RC #R-20
Buyers Rating and Investment Outlook
Jack Hughes being a number draft pick has a lot to live up to, especially in the hockey card world. Being the first overall selection has catapulted the value of his rookie cards much higher than they should be based on his actual stat line, but that is to be expected.
- Investment Rating: Pass (2.9999 out of 5)
- Ownership Disclosure: None
- Best Jack Hughes Rookie Card: 2019 UD Young Guns RC (all versions)
The question is can he improve that stat line, and DRASTICALLY because right now it’s not looking all that great? BUT please keep in mind he is still only 19 years old (20 in May) and it is much too early to make any type of final judgment.
Honestly, we’re not sure which way it’s going to go… were thinking it’s a 60/40 type scenario… 60% chance he performs at a high level and is the next hot young player, 40% chance he is a flop, or just an average player or slightly above.
What do you think? Will he be the next big thing, flop, or somewhere in between… comment below. We are sheepishly passing on Jack Hughes for now but may change that opinion.