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4 teams linked to trade for Devils’ Dougie Hamilton

The New Jersey Devils need to recoup some cap space this summer as they look to get key restricted free agent Luke Hughes locked up. And in that quest, top blue liner Dougie Hamilton could be on the move.

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Dougie Hamilton News / Full Press Hockey / July 8

Sources: No Plans in the Works for the Devils to Trade Dougie Hamilton

It is no secret that the New Jersey Devils are looking to make a trade happen this offseason. Devils President and General Manager Tom Fitzgerald is looking to upgrade his forward group as he maneuvers through the Luke Hughes extension talks.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Devils Must Lock Down Defense by Extending Luke Hughes

The New Jersey Devils have had an eventful start to free agency, and general manager Tom Fitzgerald has been incredibly forthcoming with what he wants to accomplish.

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Don La Greca is Home-Run Hire for Devils & MSG Networks

Early Monday evening, some unexpected news made waves in New Jersey Devils discourse as MSG Networks announced that esteemed radio host Don La Greca would take the reins as Devils play-by-play announcer.

Connor Brown News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Grading Connor Brown’s 4-year, $12 million contract with Devils

The New Jersey Devils were eliminated by the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round of the NHL playoffs this past season. They have made some offseason moves to ideally make a run in the playoffs in 2025-26.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Devils Prospects Make a Difference With Hospital Visits

On the first on-ice day of New Jersey Devils Development Camp, the prospects participated in something much bigger than hockey. Following their skate, the skaters split into two groups.

Dougie Hamilton News / NHL Trade Talk / July 7

Devils Exploring Trade Options for Dougie Hamilton

The New Jersey Devils are reportedly exploring potential trade options for veteran defenseman Dougie Hamilton, according to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman on the 32 Thoughts podcast.

Dougie Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Devils Could Trade Star Dougie Hamilton: Report

After making the postseason this year, the New Jersey Devils are looking for new ways to contend going forward. Injuries took hold of the Devils' core group this past season, and it limited them in terms of overall production.

New Jersey Devils News / Full Press Hockey / July 5

New Jersey Devils Offseason Hindered By Luke Hughes Extension

The New Jersey Devils offseason has not been as intense as it was last year. Recall that the acquisition of Paul Cotter, Johnathan Kovacevic, and Jacob Markstrom, along with the signings of Brett Pesce, Stefan Noesen, and Brenden Dillon, helped Tom Fitzgerald reshape the roster to be tougher to play against.

Jake Allen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 4

Grading Jake Allen’s 5-year, $9 million contract extension with Devils

The New Jersey Devils have retained one of their goaltending options for next season. The Devils have re-signed Jake Allen to a five-year deal worth nine million dollars over the contract.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

Devils’ 2025 Free Agency: Lots of Early Moves With Big Decisions Still Looming

General manager (GM) Tom Fitzgerald knew he would need to enter free agency with an open mind after the New Jersey Devils were eliminated in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs this past April.

Luke Hughes News / Total Apex Sports / July 3

Extending Luke Hughes Is the Top Priority For the New Jersey Devils

Now that free agency has opened and moves have been made, New Jersey Devils General Manager Tom Fitzgerald has said that the club’s new top priority is extending restricted free agent Luke Hughes.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Devils Are Addressing Depth Scoring in Free Agency

With the offseason in full swing, the New Jersey Devils have a laundry list of items to address. The organization has been busy so far, re-signing Jake Allen and Cody Glass, extending a qualifying offer to Luke Hughes, as well as adding a few new faces to the roster.

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Evgenii Dadonov News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Meet the Newest New Jersey Devil: Evgenii Dadonov

The New Jersey Devils did not just sign Connor Brown on the first day of free agency. On top of signing Brown, the Devils also signed forward Evgenii Dadonov to a one-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $1 million.

Luke Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 3

Devils turn attention to Luke Hughes extension

With the initial wave of free agency behind them, New Jersey Devils’ general manager Tom Fitzgerald is now making an extension with restricted free agent defenseman Luke Hughes his top priority, per team reporter Amanda Stein.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Devils’ Development Camp Scrimmage: Sights and Sounds

On Wednesday morning, New Jersey Devils season ticket holders packed the RWJ Barnabas Health Hockey House to watch the team’s annual Development Camp activity.

Cody Glass News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Devils re-sign Cody Glass to two-year contract

On Wednesday, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald announced that the team has signed forward Cody Glass to a two-year contract extension. The deal carries an AAV of $2.5 million through the 2026-27 season.

Cody Glass News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Devils Sign Cody Glass to a 2-Year Extension

The New Jersey Devils announced today that the team has agreed to terms with center Cody Glass on a two-year contract worth $5 million with an annual average value of $2.5 million.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Sharks acquire Shane Bowers from Devils for Thomas Bordeleau

On Wednesday, the San Jose Sharks finalized a deal to acquire forward Shane Bowers from the New Jersey Devils. In return, the Devils received forward Thomas Bordeleau.

New Jersey Devils News / House of Hockey / July 2

New Jersey Devils Sign Veteran to Bonus-Filled Deal

The New Jersey Devils organization has officially signed a veteran forward to a bonus-filled deal for the 2025-26 NHL season. It has been an uneventful offseason so far for the New Jersey Devils, who mostly did what they had to do to remain competitive, but nothing big to bolster the team ahead of the next season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Devils sign Dennis Cholowski, Marc McLaughlin, Calen Addison, Angus Crookshank to contracts

The New Jersey Devils have announced that they’ve signed defensemen Dennis Cholowski & Calen Addison, center Marc McLaughlin and winger Angus Crookshank to contracts.

Justin Dowling News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Rangers to sign veteran center to a two-year deal

In 52 games, the 34-year-old center scored two goals and seven points, averaging 10:13 of ice time with a 48.3% success rate in the faceoff dot.

Jake Allen News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Report: Devils re-sign Jake Allen to five-year contract

A veteran backstop is staying in the Garden State for a long time. According to multiple reports, the New Jersey Devils have re-signed goaltender Jake Allen to a five-year contract.

New Jersey Devils News / Inside The Rink / June 30

New Jersey Devils Extend Qualifying Offers To Two Players

The New Jersey Devils have extended qualifying offers to defenseman Luke Hughes and forward Cody Glass. Three players didn’t receive qualifying offers.

New Jersey Devils News / Full Press Hockey / June 19

New Jersey Devils Offseason of Change Has Just Begun

The New Jersey Devils are going to have a new look to them next season. President and General Manager Tom Fitzgerald vowed to make changes to the roster.

Marcus Nilson News / Inside The Rink / June 19

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Eric Nilson is a 6-foot, 115-pound right-shot center from Calgary, Alberta. The recently turned 18-year-old spent this past season with Djurgardens IF in the Swedish J20 Nationell League and contributed 12 goals and 26 assists in 37 regular season games.