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Jesper Boqvist Can Become Devils’ Bottom-Six Secret Weapon

In preparation for 2026-27, the New Jersey Devils have shifted their priorities, addressing a wide variety of needs since the start of the offseason. The team has made it clear that moving forward, making the playoffs is the new standard, the first step in a long road that will hopefully end with hoisting the Stanley Cup.

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NHL Superstar Captain Plays Hero — Rescues Family During Serious River Threat

An NHL leader demonstrated quick thinking during an unexpected crisis in his home country. A family faced serious danger while enjoying a day on the water.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 10

Devils in the Details – 7/10/26: Nico the Hero Edition

Here are your links for today: Back to the drawing board: “Sunny Mehta has been on the job for less than three months and already proven to be a breath of fresh air for the New Jersey Devils.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'NHL saves leaders since 1995-96' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 9

Could the New Jersey Devils Start the Season With a Three Goalie Rotation?

New Jersey Devils General Manager Sunny Mehta did well to shed the contract (and playing ability) of Jacob Markstrom this offseason. He moved a contract that former GM Tom Fitzgerald never should have signed and gained positive assets in the form of players who should increase the team’s depth.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Nico Hischier News / NHL Trade Talk / July 9

Devils Nico Hischier Helped Rescue a Family Stranded on a Swiss River

An incredible story is surfacing on Thursday as New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier helped rescue a family of four after their inflatable boat became stranded near a dam on the Aare River in Bern, Switzerland, this week.

Nico Hischier News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Devils' Nico Hischier helps save family in distress in Switzerland

One of the NHL’s most respected leaders made a selfless act over the weekend.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Recapping the New Jersey Devils’ First Week of Free Agency

The New Jersey Devils wasted little time reshaping their roster once NHL free agency officially opened on July 1. While many organizations focused solely

Barrett Hayton News / Daily Faceoff / July 8

Mammoth match Devils' offer sheet, retain center Barrett Hayton: Instant analysis and reaction

The first decision on an offer sheet of the NHL offseason has officially been made, as the Utah Mammoth announced on Wednesday that they have officially matched the New Jersey Devils‘ offer sheet for center Barrett Hayton.

The five worst contracts signed in 2026 NHL Free Agency so far

Predicting who fills 10 NHL captain vacancies in 2026-27

The 'Arizona Coyotes retired numbers' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 8

Devils in the Details – 7/8/26: Goaltending Plan Edition

Here are your links for today: “Out is Jacob Markström, and in are Nico Daws and David Rittich, with Jake Allen seemingly taking over as the 1A. It’s a risky move, but it’s a similar setup to what the Carolina Hurricanes had in net with Pyotr Kochetkov, Brandon Bussi, and Frederik Andersen.

Ben Steeves News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Devils Re-Sign Ben Steeves to a 1-Year Contract

Earlier today, the New Jersey Devils announced that they have re-signed forward Ben Steeves to a one-year, two-way contract. For 2026-27, he will receive $850,000 at the NHL level and $150,000 at the American Hockey League (AHL) level.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6

Devils Re-Sign Ben Steeves, Jakub Malek

The New Jersey Devils led a run of minor-league signings on Monday afternoon. Top of the list is forward Ben Steeves who has re-signed a one-year, two-way contract with New Jersey.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Devils Re-Sign Jakub Malek to a Two-Year Contract

On Monday, July 6, the New Jersey Devils announced that they have re-signed goaltender Jakub Malek to a two-year, two-way contract worth an average annual value of $875,000.

Simon Nemec News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 6

Simon Nemec signs $36.25 million contract with Flames after trade

Late last month, defenseman Simon Nemec was traded from the New Jersey Devils to the Calgary Flames alongside forward Maxim Tsyplakov. In return, the Devils

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The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

Devils sign Jakub Malek, Ben Steeves to contracts

Some organizational depth has been ensured by the New Jersey Devils. On Monday, general manager Sunny Mehta and assistant general manager Braden Birch announced that the team has signed goaltender Jakub Malek and forward Ben Steeves to contracts.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 6

Some Analysis On Sunny Mehta’s First Offseason With The New Jersey Devils

Sunny Mehta has just completed the busiest and most impactful stretch of his first offseason as general manager of the New Jersey Devils. With both the draft and free agent frenzy behind us, we now emerge from the vicious waves of the early offseason into the calmer waters of the rest of the summer.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 6

Devils in the Details – 7/6/26: Fixing Utica Edition

Here are your links for today: “…The statistical overlap in production pace, shot danger, and skating metrics makes (Shane) Wright a defensible target if the Hayton deal falls through.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 4

An Exercise in Analytics: What Would the Ideal Devils Forward Lineup Be?

Happy Fourth of July, Devils fans. Relive a good moment for a second. Now, Sunny Mehta is not done with his offseason work yet, but he has already made several moves that are designed to improve the short and long-term outlooks of the New Jersey Devils.