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Devils News & Rumors: Mehta’s First Draft, Hischier’s Extension, & Potential Jason Robertson Trade

The New Jersey Devils have certainly been busy in the week leading up to free agency. On Tuesday, they parted ways with Simon Nemec and Maxim Tsyplakov, receiving draft picks and prospect Etienne Morin.

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Sunny Mehta Just Completed His First Draft. Now Comes His First Free Agent Frenzy

The New Jersey Devils’ brand new general manager, Sunny Mehta, just completed his first draft at the helm of an organization. And while it wasn’t the most exciting draft for the Devils given their relative lack of picks in both quality and quantity, this draft was still illuminating in a number of ways.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Meet the Devils’ 2026 NHL Draft Class

On Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, the NHL held its 2026 Draft. Young players from all over came to have their dreams realized, hearing that they would be drafted by an NHL team.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 29

Devils in the Details – 6/29/26: Draft Class Edition

Here are your links for today: A recap of the 2026 draft class for the Devils: [Devils NHL] “Alexander Command, the 12th overall pick, highlights the Devils’ draft class, but Mehta selected a few other intriguing prospects in the later rounds.

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New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 28

Day After the Draft: Where the Devils Pipeline Got Stronger

Good afternoon, Devils fans. Today, we’re doing a short rundown of the Devils’ picks and draft-related moves from the past few days. Below, you can find links to each of the relevant picks and trades.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Meet the Newest Devil: Getting to Know 1st-Round Draft Pick Alexander Command

The New Jersey Devils entered the 2026 NHL Draft with several options. Holding the 12th overall pick after an injury-plagued and disappointing season, many expected new general manager Sunny Mehta to package the selection in a trade for immediate NHL help.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils Select Quinn McKenzie at 222nd Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

With the third-to-last pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, which was acquired from Colorado, the New Jersey Devils selected Quinn McKenzie from the Soo Greyhounds of the OHL.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils Select Luke Wilfley at 172nd Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

The Devils go with a high compete, hard-working forechecker in Round 6. With their own sixth round selection, the Devils selected 6’1, 179 pound center Luke Wilfley from the Portland Winterhawks of the WHL.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

Devils Select Daniil Rusakovich with the 149th pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

After trading back once again from pick 140 with Colorado, the Devils picked Rusakovich with the 149th pick. I like the idea of sliding back a few spots to pick up some more lottery tickets (also picking up pick 222), it is something that has reaped rewards for Carolina and it seems Sunny has a similar mindset.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils Select Lavr Gashilov at 119th Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

After acquiring the 119th overall pick in the fourth round from the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft when they traded down from 35th to 37th in the second round, the New Jersey Devils selected Lavr Gashilov from Avto Yekaterinburg of the MHL.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils select Nikita Shcherbakov with the 44th Overall Pick in the 2026 Entry Draft

With the later rounds coming fast and furious, Sunny was right back on the clock and selected a big Russian Defenseman at pick 44. He stands 6’5″ and 187

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Devils Draft Nikita Shcherbakov 44th Overall

With the 44th pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the New Jersey Devils have selected Nikita Shcherbakov from the Toros Neftekmask of the All-Russian Hockey League (VHL).

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Devils select Nikita Shcherbakov No. 44 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

One of the top blueliners in this year’s NHL prospect pool has been called. The New Jersey Devils selected defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov with the No. 44 pick at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft Friday night at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils Select Matias Vanhanen at 37th Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

After selecting Alexander Command, a physical and two-way Swedish center at 12th overall in the first round of the NHL Draft, Sunny Mehta decided to trade down from the 35th overall pick.

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New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 26

New Jersey Devils Select Alexander Command at 12th Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

People wondered if it would be Ethan Belchetz, the big winger. I thought Sunny Mehta might take Nikita Klepov, the high-scoring winger. But the New Jersey Devils went in a different direction with the selection of Alexander Command at 12th overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Devils select Alexander Command No. 12 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

A rising scorer from Europe has a new destination. On Friday night, the New Jersey Devils selected forward Alexander Command, 17, with the 12th overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Devils unlikely to trade Dougie Hamilton after Simon Nemec move

The New Jersey Devils are looking to make some changes to their team after a disappointing season, and they’ve already done so, trading Simon Nemec to the Calgary Flames.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25

New Jersey Devils Acquire Amadeus Lombardi

According to a team announcement, the New Jersey Devils have acquired forward prospect Amadeus Lombardi from the Detroit Red Wings for a 2026 fourth-round pick.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

Plenty of uncertainty surrounding Simon Nemec trade for Flames, Devils

The Calgary Flames and New Jersey Devils kicked off Tuesday’s NHL trade frenzy with a major deal that saw defenseman Simon Nemec head to Alberta for a pair of future first-round picks and the No.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23

Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec in blockbuster trade

The first domino of the Sunny Mehta regime with the New Jersey Devils has fallen.

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Nico Hischier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19

Devils rumors: Nico Hischier contract negotiation update will get fans fired up

There have been many eyes on the Nico Hischier contract situation, with many looking to see what the contract extension will look like. Now, the latest update will have fans fired up, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic.

Nico Hischier News / NHL Rumors / June 19

Nico Hischier Extension Talks, and Offer Sheet Targets and Who Could Send One

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Signs are pointing towards Nico Hischier signing a contract extension with the New Jersey Devils after July 1st. There is still work to do, but sides are working to get it done.

Jacob Markstrom News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15

Devils rumors: New Jersey gauging trade market for Jacob Markstrom

Even though goaltender Jacob Markstrom was re-signed by the New Jersey Devils to a two-year contract extension, reports have surfaced in recent days that they’re entertaining trade offers for him.

Jacob Markstrom News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Jacob Markstrom Trade Rumors Begin as Devils Gauge Interest

The New Jersey Devils could be preparing for another significant move this offseason. According to NHL insider Kevin Weekes, the Devils are currently gauging market interest in veteran goaltender Jacob Markstrom, although no trade is considered imminent.

Nico Hischier News / NHL Rumors / June 6

NHL Rumors: Nico Hischier’s Agent on a Contract Extension

Puck Pedia Hockey Show: Allain Roy, Nico Hischier‘s agent, on where things are at. He’s eligible for a contract extension after July 1st. Keith Kavanaugh: “Nico Hischier, one of your top clients, is eligible for an extension starting on July 1st.