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Jakob Markstrom blanks Canadiens, keeps Devils' playoff hopes alive

New Jersey goaltender Jacob Markstrom posted his first shutout of the season as the visiting Devils beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-0 on Sunday to snap the hosts' eight-game winning streak.

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Devils in the Details – 4/6/26: First Pitch Edition

Here are your links for today: The Devils rallied from a 3-0 hole in Saturday’s game against the Habs but came up short in the shootout. The Canadiens won, 4-3.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / April 5

Devils Blank The Habs in Montreal

Well, that was unexpected. One of, if not the most thorough game this team has played all season, making it an 11 game win streak in Montreal. Sometimes things can’t really be explained and you just have a team’s number.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / April 5

The Habs Return Home To Take On Devils Again Tonight

The Montreal Canadiens (45-21-10) are finally back at the Bell Centre tonight after a 5-game road trip to take on the New Jersey Devils (39-34-3) in the 2nd half of their weekend home-and-home series.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / April 5

Could the Devils make a management shakeup?

There is no question that the New Jersey Devils are at or near the very top of any list of the most disappointing teams in the NHL this season. Knocked out in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year with a slew of injuries, this season was supposed to be return to contention for the Devils.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / April 5

Devils Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Gritsyuk’s Season Ends, 'PB&J' Shines, and More

The New Jersey Devils are shaping up to be a solid team towards the end of the 2025-26 season. After putting up a 6-3-1 record in their last 10 games, they’ve finally found their groove, operating at another level since the Olympic break concluded.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 4

3 Takeaways From Devils’ Intense 4-3 Shootout Loss to Canadiens

When the New Jersey Devils came out for warmups, they were treated to a playoff-type atmosphere. If you’re confused as to why, it was the noise of Montreal Canadiens fans, who traveled extremely well to see their team fight for a better spot in the Atlantic Division.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 4

Habs outlast Devils in shootout to earn eighth straight victory

Oliver Kapanen scored in the fifth round of the shootout to extend the Montreal Canadiens' win streak to eight games after Saturday's 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Devils Recall Brian Halonen And Marc McLaughlin

The Devils have made a pair of roster moves heading into the first half of a back-to-back set against Montreal that begins tonight. The team announced that they’ve recalled winger Brian Halonen and center Marc McLaughlin from AHL Utica.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / April 3

New Jersey Devils Demolish Washington Capitals in Lopsided Victory

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals 7-3 on Thursday night at the Prudential Center. The Devils jumped out to an early lead, but faltered, allowing Washington back into the contest.

Jack Hughes News / Field Level Media / April 2

Jack Hughes produces five points as Devils dent Caps' playoff hopes

Jack Hughes collected two goals and three assists and Jesper Bratt also recorded a five-point performance, fueling the New Jersey Devils to a 7-3 victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday in Newark, N.J.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2

Devils’ Arseny Gritsyuk Done For Season

According to a team announcement, New Jersey Devils forward Arseny Gritsyuk will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season due to surgery. The Devils didn’t specify the type of surgery Gritsyuk underwent, but it’s believed it’s related to a recent upper-body injury.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / April 2

Devils' Arseny Gritsyuk to Miss Remainder of Season

Arseny Gritsyuk of the New Jersey Devils is officially out for the rest of the season, following an announcement from head coach Sheldon Keefe that the right winger will require surgery due to an upper-body injury.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 2

Devils shut down 31-point rookie with upper-body injury

It has been a difficult season for the New Jersey Devils this year, as they sit in seventh in the Metropolitan Division. The Devils have had some resilient wins as of late, but it may be too little too late for the team.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / April 2

Devils’ Gritsyuk out for remainder of 2025-26 season due to injury

When speaking to the media on Thursday, New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe revealed that forward Arseny Gritsyuk is set to undergo surgery and will be out for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Watch: Rangers' Igor Shesterkin, Devils' Jacob Markstrom throw punches during goalie fight

The New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils got together at Madison Square Garden for the final iteration of the Hudson River Rivalry this season, and goalies Igor Shesterkin and Jacob Markstrom squared off for a goalie fight in front of a raucous crowd.

Sheldon Keefe News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 29

Sheldon Keefe credits Devils’ resiliency after Blackhawks win

The New Jersey Devils are on the outside looking in at the Eastern Conference playoff race. New Jersey needs all the points it can get if it wants to challenge for a postseason spot.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 28

New Jersey Devils Shine in Decisive Victory over Nashville Predators

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Nashville Predators 4-2 on Thursday night at Bridgestone Arena. The Devils put together a strong effort from beginning to end, finding their scoring touch while also limiting the Predators to just 17 shots on net.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Knies to New Jersey, Nemec to Toronto Makes Perfect Sense

James Nichols’ chatter about Matthew Knies as a fit for the New Jersey Devils is the sort of rumour that actually holds up under simple hockey logic. Both clubs underwhelmed this season, and both need tangible answers.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / March 21

Devils' Jack Hughes Honors Gaudreau Family With Charity Donation

Everyone knows that Jack Hughes has been Team USA's golden boy since he scored the overtime winner to bring the gold medal back to Hockey USA. But his latest gesture earlier this week just proved to the hockey world that the golden boy also has a golden heart.

Jake Allen News / Breakaway on SI / March 21

Behind the Mask: Devils’ Jake Allen Has Passion for Giving Back

Most recently on the ice against the Washington Capitals, goaltender Jake Allen of the New Jersey Devils put up an impressive performance of 26 saves on 27 shots against and was named the third star of the game (with a .962 SV%).