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Brett Pesce Has Stabilized Devils’ Defense Since His Return

The New Jersey Devils might have had a rough start to December, but it appears that the team is back on an even keel. After kicking off the month with a five-game losing streak, the Devils have won three of their last five games, even ending their power-play drought on Friday night against the Utah Mammoth.

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The Devils Will Need To Make Cap Space Very Soon

The New Jersey Devils welcomed back an entire top six line in last night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. Timo Meier returned from his personal leave, Arseny Gritsyuk returned from his undisclosed injury, and of course, Jack Hughes made his long-awaited return from his freak accident at a Chicago restaurant.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / December 22

Devils in the Details – 12/22/25: Jack is Back Edition

Here are your links for today: Jack Hughes scored in his return to the lineup, and Timo Meier and Arseny Gritsyuk returned as well but it all wasn’t enough to beat the Sabres on Sunday.

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 21

Sabres Rally Past Devils for Sixth-Straight Win

On Sunday, Dec. 21, the New Jersey Devils hosted the Buffalo Sabres for their second matchup of the season. In their first matchup of the season, the Devils shut out the Sabres 5-0 on Nov.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Jack Hughes News / Breakaway on SI / December 21

Jack Hughes to Return for Devils vs. Sabres

Call it a Christmas miracle or some festive holiday spirit, but New Jersey Devils' star center Jack Hughes is back in business. Ahead of hosting the Buffalo Sabres on Dec.

Jack Hughes News / Daily Faceoff / December 21

Jack Hughes highlights Devils’ returning players against Sabres

The New Jersey Devils will get an influx of talent for their Sunday matchup against the Buffalo Sabres. Forward Jack Hughes will make his return to the lineup after missing the last 17 games with a hand injury.

Jack Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21

New Jersey Devils To Activate Jack Hughes

The New Jersey Devils are expected to receive a big boost tonight, as franchise center Jack Hughes told the media today, including NHL.com’s Mike Morreale, that he expects to be in the lineup for the team’s game against the Buffalo Sabres.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 21

Devils Grind Out 2-1 Win in Utah to Secure Second Straight

The Devils continued their climb toward consistency on Friday night, edging out the Utah Mammoth 2-1 at the Delta Center for their second consecutive victory.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Devils News & Rumors: Deal(s) Hampered by No-Trade Clauses, Jack Return Timeline & More

The New Jersey Devils have won four of their last six games, moving them back into a Metropolitan Division playoff spot and within just one point of the Washington Capitals for second place.

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Devils Activate Timo Meier, Assign Parent and Addison to AHL

On Saturday morning, the New Jersey Devils announced a few roster moves. Prior to the roster freeze on Friday, they assigned forward Xavier Parent and defenseman Calen Addison to the American Hockey League (AHL).

Stefan Noesen News / Field Level Media / December 20

Stefan Noesen nets go-ahead goal as Devils edge Mammoth

Stefan Noesen scored the go-ahead goal at the 4:20 mark of the third period and Jacob Markstrom made 32 saves as the New Jersey Devils completed a sweep of their two-game western road trip with a 2-1 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Friday night in Salt Lake City.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / December 19

Devils Winger Emerges as Top Trade Candidate

The New Jersey Devils have a problem. They need to upgrade their roster if they want to compete for a Stanley Cup, but they don't have the cap space to make meaningful additions.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 18

Devils hope to continue 'progress' at Mammoth

The New Jersey Devils will try to complete a sweep of their two-game road trip on Friday when they face the Utah Mammoth in Salt Lake City. The Devils

Jake Allen News / Inside The Rink / December 19

Jake Allen Shines as Devils Take Down Golden Knights in Shootout

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 in a shootout on Wednesday night in Las Vegas. The Devils put together their most complete performance in a long time, controlling play for much of the night.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 18

What will the Devils do after missing on Quinn Hughes?

The New Jersey Devils were long rumored to be in on defenseman Quinn Hughes, due to his two brothers, Jack and Luke, already being in their lineup.

Quinn Hughes’ puck moving ability will help him thrive in Minnesota

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The '2002-03 New Jersey Devils' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Devils’ Sheldon Keefe applauds ‘excellent’ return from Brett Pesce after hand injury

The New Jersey Devils have had their struggles this year with the injury bug. Jack Hughes is the highest profile, but defensemen Simon Nemec and Jonathan Kovacevic are also on the sidelines.

Brett Pesce News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 17

Devils Activate Brett Pesce, Place Arseny Gritsyuk On Injured Reserve

After missing the past 24 games with an upper-body injury, the Devils announced they’ve activated top-pair defenseman Brett Pesce from injured reserve, indicating he’ll be in the lineup tonight against the Golden Knights.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / December 17

NHL Rumors: Will the Buffalo Sabres go $10 million or more for Alex Tuch?

TSN: Darren Dreger said that the New Jersey Devils are getting defenseman Brett Pesce back, and forward Jack Hughes isn’t far behind. Despite that, the Devils are in the market for a centerman and a defenseman.

Dougie Hamilton News / NHL Trade Talk / December 16

Maple Leafs Trade for Dougie Hamilton? Who’s Kidding Who?

Yesterday, there was news that the New Jersey Devils had let it be known that they would be willing to move the great offensive blueliner Dougie Hamilton.

Simon Nemec News / Daily Faceoff / December 16

Devils' Simon Nemec placed on injured reserve

The New Jersey Devils will be without their promising young defenseman Simon Nemec for a little while longer.

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The '2002-03 New Jersey Devils' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / Field Level Media / December 11

Devils' Timo Meier takes personal leave, Evgenii Dadonov goes on IR

New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier began a leave of absence from the team to address "a family health matter." "The entire organization supports Timo and his family and appreciates everyone respecting their privacy at this time," the Devils said in a statement Thursday.