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New Jersey Devils sign newly-added Luke Evangelista to long-term extension

The New Jersey Devils announced a big move before time was no longer on their side. With literally less than an hour before the midnight deadline that ends the previous collective bargaining agreement, the Devils signed Luke Evangelista. Evangelista came over from the Nashville Predators for a first- and second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft.

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New Jersey Devils stats when Jack Hughes was healthy are incredible and repeatable

We’ve told the story of Jack Hughes’ injury so many times, both during last season and during the offseason. We’ve also told you that Jack Hughes had more points than anyone not named Connor McDavid after the Olympic break.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

3 Takeaways From Devils’ 4-3 Shootout Win Over Islanders in Rookie Showcase Finale

The New Jersey Devils rounded out their Rookie Showcase on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Northwell Health Ice Center, facing off against the New York Islanders for the second time this week.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Devils News & Rumors: Casey’s Training Camp Optimism, Brodeur’s MB30 Initiative, & More

After a long summer without hockey, the New Jersey Devils are back and better than ever. Rookie camp began on Friday, easing young players into the action and allowing them to showcase their talent.

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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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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Devils Notebook: Islanders Scrimmage & Rookie Camp Practice

The ice is back in the Prudential Center, meaning hockey season is back! With the start of the hockey season, we’ll be introducing the return of the New Jersey Devils notebook.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 15

The Devils’ most important training camp battle remains obvious

The New Jersey Devils' biggest training camp battle may not leave fans feeling too inspired in a year when the organization has to bounce back after a tough 2025-26 season.

Luke Evangelista News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 14

Devils are running out of time to hand Luke Evangelista an eight-year contract

At the beginning of September, Sunny Mehta and the New Jersey Devils made a surprise trade and acquired young up-and-coming star Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators.

Anthony Mantha News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Anthony Mantha

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.

Cody Glass News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Cody Glass

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

3 Takeaways From Devils’ 5-4 Rookie Showcase Loss to Islanders

On Sunday, Sept. 13, the New Jersey Devils opened their Rookie Showcase at Prudential Center, facing off against the New York Islanders. Rookies had only one day of practice on Saturday ahead of their first matchup, with the second game slated for Tuesday night at Northwell Health Ice Center.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Arseny Gritsyuk

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.

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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 / All About The Jersey / September 12

How Long Can the Devils be Good For?

While the NHL gears up for the coming preseason, I have found myself wondering whether the Devils might be part of one last big trade before games get underway.

Dawson Mercer News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

Devils Have Options With Dawson Mercer This Season

The New Jersey Devils answered a number of questions this offseason, following a myriad of roster upgrades. After trading Simon Nemec and Jacob Markstrom, the club received several draft picks and depth scorers in return.

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Connor Brown News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Connor Brown

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.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

3 New Jersey Devils Prospects to Watch During Rookie Camp

Hockey season is just around the corner. Training camps are getting ready to start, followed by preseason, and the regular season will be kicking off on Sept.

Nico Hischier News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 12

New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier is still a future Selke Trophy Winner

Nico Hischier has been one of the more consistent and skilled two-way forwards in the NHL, but has yet to win the Frank J. Selke Trophy . This award goes

New Jersey Devils News / The Lead / September 11

What Do the New Jersey Devils Need to Address to Succeed?

The New Jersey Devils have officially entered the Sunny Mehta era, and with that come all of the changes that accompany a new GM. The Devils have consistently struggled to reach the postseason, with only four playoff appearances in the last 15 years.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / September 10

2026-27 NHL team preview: New Jersey Devils

After making the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2024-25, the New Jersey Devils got off to a hot start to the 2025-26 campaign before a combination of injuries, poor goaltending and inconsistent defensive play doomed them to a finish on the outside of the playoff picture.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Devils’ Jack Hughes: Brady Tkachuk ‘a much easier contract to move’ than Quinn Hughes

While many have speculated whether we’d ever see the three Hughes brothers on the same team, one of them isn’t confident it could happen…at least anytime soon.

Nico Hischier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 7

Nico Hischier Only Wanted To Remain With Devils

Approaching the final season of his seven-year, $50.75MM extension with the New Jersey Devils, few would have faulted captain Nico Hischier for assessing his options and playing out the final year without an extension in place, or even with a new club.

Dylan Wendt News / Inside The Rink / September 3

ECHL: Kalamazoo Brings Back Spencer Kennedy, Adds Dylan Wendt

The Kalamazoo Wings have announced that they’ve re-signed forward Spencer Kennedy and signed forward Dylan Wendt for the 2026-27 season. Kalamazoo now has nine forwards and four defensemen signed to ECHL deals for the 2026-27 season.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / August 28

Devils’ prospect Mikhail Yegorov announces website to track advanced stats for his career

A promising young netminder is taking how his game is perceived into his own hands. On Friday, New Jersey Devils prospect goaltender Mikhail Yegorov announced on his Instagram page the launch of a new website, overlaying analytics and metrics of his game, going beyond the basic stats – goals-against average, save percentage, shutouts, etc.