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Devils Drop 3rd Straight, 4-3 in OT

After a 3 day Christmas break, the Devils were back at home hosting division rival Washington, where they fell in overtime 4-3. Apologies for posting this late, I lost power last night in the storm that delivered no snow and only sleet.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 28

3 Takeaways from Devils’ Mistake-Riddled OT Loss to Capitals

The New Jersey Devils returned from their Holiday Break to take on Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals in a key intradivisional matchup. While the Devils played well, a few costly mistakes — and some recurring issues — dug their grave as they fell 4-3 in overtime, their third straight loss.

New Jersey Devils News / Field Level Media / December 26

Caps, Devils resume playoff push amid tough stretches

With the NHL's holiday break over, the Washington Capitals and New Jersey Devils start the second half with a key Metropolitan Division clash Saturday in Newark, N.J.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

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

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 26

Devils News & Rumors: Stamkos, Bratt as Santa Claus & More

The New Jersey Devils — despite getting Jack Hughes back — dropped their last two games before the Christmas break. They currently sit in sixth place in the Metropolitan Division.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 24

Devils' Jack Hughes Sees Big Return Before Holiday Break

Prior to the holiday break, the New Jersey Devils received a roster boost with star player Jack Hughes returning to the ice and the lineup. Hughes saw his first game back against the Buffalo Sabres on Dec.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 25

Late Islanders Goal Gives Devils Second Straight Loss

The Devils were given their second straight loss on Tuesday night, falling 2-1 to the Islanders at UBS Arena. New Jersey jumped out to an early lead behind a Brett Pesce goal, and the matchup marked Jack Hughes’ second appearance in the lineup since returning from injury.

Dougie Hamilton News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Devils have tried to trade Dougie Hamilton multiple times

The New Jersey Devils recently welcomed Jack Hughes back to the lineup after he missed several weeks with a freak injury suffered last month while attending a team dinner.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 22

Finally healthy Devils visit short-handed Islanders before holiday break

The New Jersey Devils didn't win Sunday night, but they finally got to see their optimal lineup on the ice. The New York Islanders will have to wait until at least after Christmas to get closer to whole.

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.

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.