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Devils News & Rumors: Lombardi’s Push for Roster Spot, Daws’s Big Opportunity, & More

Last week, the New Jersey Devils held training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season. New and old faces alike hit the ice at Prudential Center, with rookies, veterans, and offseason additions all competing for a roster spot.

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Jacob Markstrom's preseason blunder has Devils fans thankful for Sunny Mehta

When Sunny Mehta took over the New Jersey Devils, there was a long to-do list. What seemed impossible was trying to figure out how to get out of the Jacob Markstrom situation.

Nikita Shcherbakov News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Devils’ Nikita Shcherbakov Is the KHL Rookie of the Week

Salavat Yulaev Ufa defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov was awarded Rookie of the Week honors on Monday in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). The 18-years-old blueliner was picked by the New Jersey Devils in the second round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, 44th overall pick.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 21

Devils in the Details – 9/21/26: Hockey Begins Edition

Here are your links for today: Sunny Mehta: “Any step that we take from last year is going to be considered a ‘success.’ But I guarantee you that unless

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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?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Jesper Boqvist News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 20

Jesper Boqvist finds himself in a position he likely didn't expect with the New Jersey Devils

The New Jersey Devils played their first preseason game, and there wasn’t a ton of NHL talent on the ice for either team. The Devils wanted to give ample opportunities for the likes of Matyas Melovsky, Seamus Casey, and Anton Silaev to get in some preseason game action.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / All About The Jersey / September 20

Devils Down the Islanders, 2-1 in AHL-Heavy Preseason Opener

This afternoon, the New Jersey Devils kicked off their preseason with a home matchup against the New York Islanders. Things started off a bit slowly for the Devils, despite the eventual favorable outcome.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

3 Takeaways From Devils’ 2-1 Preseason Win Over Islanders

On Sunday, Sept. 20, the New Jersey Devils hosted the New York Islanders for their first preseason game of the 2026-27 season. Both the Devils and Islanders lineups consisted of players trying to make the cut for the opening night roster.

Samu Salminen News / Daily Faceoff / September 20

Panthers sign Samu Salminen to entry-level contract

An accomplished collegiate star has inked his first NHL deal. On Sunday, the Florida Panthers signed forward Samu Salminen to a two-year, entry-level contract.

Samu Salminen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 20

Panthers Sign Samu Salminen To Two-Year Contract

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms with forward prospect Samu Salminen on a two-year, entry-level contract. The deal will carry a $980K cap hit and $1.016MM AAV per PuckPedia.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

Devils Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Rodrigues on Acclimating, All Eyes on Bratt, & More

On Sunday afternoon, the New Jersey Devils will kick off their 2026-27 preseason schedule, facing off against the New York Islanders at Prudential Center.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

3 Devils to Watch This Preseason

The 2026-27 NHL season is officially upon us. Teams have finished up their rookie camps, and training camp is now underway. Every team is trying to finalize its roster to make sure it has the best players come opening night.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 20

Anthony Mantha gets an intriguing opportunity alongside Jack Hughes

It is still early in training camp for the New Jersey Devils, but Anthony Mantha is already getting an interesting opportunity. The newly signed forward has been getting a look alongside Jack Hughes, and if that continues, it could be a pretty good situation for both players.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 20

New Jersey Devils cannot make this mistake with their first power-play unit

The New Jersey Devils are going into this season with a lot on the line. The core really needs a playoff run before things start to hit the fan. This team has too much talent to keep missing the playoffs. It’s Sunny Mehta’s first year, but he says the goal is to win a Stanley Cup.

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New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 19

Last-minute move Devils must make ahead of 2026-27 season

The New Jersey Devils did not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. It was a bitterly disappointing campaign for a team with undeniable talent on the roster.

Seamus Casey News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 19

Three keys to Seamus Casey making the Devils’ opening night lineup

Seamus Casey is entering an interesting season for the New Jersey Devils. It's the final year of his entry-level contract, and while he may not be due for a payday quite yet, he is due for a real shot at the big leagues.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 19

Thoughts On the First Two Days of Training Camp

Good morning, Devils fans. Happy Saturday: the Preseason starts tomorrow. On Thursday, veterans of the New Jersey Devils reported to training camp. Over

Brett Pesce News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Brett Pesce

The New Jersey Devils are facing a ton of pressure heading into the 2026-27 season. They have a strong team, but last season, they crumbled and missed the postseason after a solid start.

Stefan Noesen News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 18

The New Jersey Devils may have no choice but to put Stefan Noesen on waivers

It’s been just two days of New Jersey Devils camp, but we’ve already learned a lot. The team’s logjam was apparent coming into camp. After trading for Luke Glendening, the Devils had 15 NHL-level forwards with 13 spots.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 17

Devils veteran forward Nick Bjugstad out four to six months

The New Jersey Devils announced that veteran forward Nick Bjugstad underwent successful surgery to repair a torn left pectoral muscle that was suffered earlier this month during offseason training.

Devils hire Bryan McCabe, Jessica Campbell to staff

Devils sign Luke Evangelista to five-year contract

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Luke Evangelista News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16

Devils Sign Luke Evangelista To Five-Year Extension

The New Jersey Devils didn’t take long to extend their newly acquired forward. A few weeks after acquiring him from the Nashville Predators, the Devils announced last night that they signed forward Luke Evangelista to a five-year, $36.25MM extension.

Luke Evangelista News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Devils Waste No Time: New Jersey Locks Up Newly‑Acquired Luke Evangelista for Five Years

The New Jersey Devils didn’t waste a second. Weeks — not months, not a season — weeks after acquiring Luke Evangelista for a conditional 2028 first‑round pick and a 2028 second‑round pick, they locked him up long‑term.