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Devils Announce New Additions To Coaching Staff

Sheldon Keefe‘s coaching staff in New Jersey is complete. General manager Sunny Mehta has rounded out the group, hiring Ted Donato and AJ MacLean as assistant coaches, Dan Stewart as goaltending coach, and Leo Luongo as Director of Goaltending, the team announced.

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Anthony Mantha leaves Penguins to sign with division rival

As expected, the Pittsburgh Penguins have lost their leading goal scorer, as Anthony Mantha agreed to a deal with the a Metropolitan division rival.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Devils make four changes to coaching, development staff

Head coach Sheldon Keefe’s crew with the New Jersey Devils is getting an overhaul. On Wednesday, the Devils announced four new additions to their coaching and development staff.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Devils sign Anthony Mantha to two-year contract

One of the most notable NHL players available in unrestricted free agency is finally off the board two weeks after the July 1 opening of the free agency window.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 15

The Devils Have More Flexibility, But Are They Actually Better?

Prior to the Devils hiring Sunny Mehta as general manager, I compiled a list of the pressing matters that needed to be tended to before the incoming GM could actually get to work and try to improve this hockey team.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 15

Devils in the Details – 7/15/26: Meat on the Bone Edition

Here are your links for today: “New Jersey Devils GM Sunny Mehta has been extremely active in his first off-season managing the team. While the roster is cheaper, deeper, and there are plenty of bodies to fill out a 23-man squad, it still feels like there is meat on the bone as far as movement goes.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 14

New Jersey Devils Prospects Update: Four Players Who Could Make Their NHL Debuts This Season

New Gm. New era. Time’s are changing in Utica, as well as the big club. What Devils prospects appear poised to ride the wave of change and make their NHL debuts this season?

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 13

How The New Jersey Devils Currently Stack Up Against A Revamped Metropolitan Division

The Metropolitan Division got a bit of an overhaul this offseason. I know I’m not breaking any news here, as this site and plenty of other outlets have discussed the changes in the Metro since the end of this past season.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 13

Devils in the Details – 7/13/26: Projecting Edition

Here are your links for today: “The New Jersey Devils have needed a top six forward addition for quite some time. Who could possibly be available after

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / July 11

Five Moves That Can Improve the Devils While Protecting Cap Space

Ever since the New Jersey Devils lost out on Barrett Hayton when the Utah Mammoth decided to match their offer sheet on him, fans have wondered where the team is going to go next.

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NHL News / Total Pro Sports / July 10

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.

Jesper Boqvist News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Devils Make Surprising Offer Sheet Move — Now Utah Stuck In UFA Loophole

The New Jersey Devils have tendered an offer sheet to Utah Mammoth forward Barrett Hayton, a one-year deal worth $4.775 million. If Utah declines to match, the Devils would send a second-round pick as compensation.

Nico Hischier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Nico Hischier, Devils Nearing Five-Year Extension

The ongoing extension negotiations between the New Jersey Devils and Nico Hischier are expected to conclude today. According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the Devils are nearing a five-year, $60MM extension with their captain.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Devils 2026-27 Roster Projection 1.0: Pre-Free Agency Additions

The free agency market is about to open, and the excitement for the 2026-27 season is palpable. As teams get ready to make sure they have the best team construction possible, let’s take a look at an early roster projection for the New Jersey Devils for the upcoming season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Are Devils a New Frontrunner for Hellebuyck Following the Markstrom Trade?

Just because the New Jersey Devils traded Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers does not mean that they are now the favorites to acquire Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets.

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.