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NHL News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 29
How the NHL can fix goaltender interference for good
In the past few seasons, goaltender interference calls have seemingly been on the rise. But not without controversy. The New Jersey Devils have seen themselves on the opposing side of a goaltender interference challenge many times, and with that has come a lot of discussion about how, if at all, the NHL can fix the inconsistent calls.
Cale Makar News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 29
Former Devils trade bust is the perfect example for why Cale Makar signed for eight years
The New Jersey Devils have been watching the Cale Makar negotiations closely. No, not because they have any negotiations that would use that as leverage.
New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 28
New Jersey Devils will have to pay up if they really want Quinn Hughes
The Cale Makar contract extension has one direct beneficiary: Cale Makar. If the Colorado Avalanche win another Stanley Cup or multiple Cups, the Avalanche will become beneficiaries as well.
Mikhail Yegorov News / The Hockey Writers / August 28
Devils’ Prospect Mikhail Yegorov Debuts Custom Statistics Platform
The New Jersey Devils have a talented prospect pipeline, but Mikhail Yegorov is at the top of the list – and for good reason. He’s one of the most highly anticipated NHL goalie prospects, with a unique blend of skill, size, and speed.
Mikhail Yegorov 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.
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.
Riley Tufte News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 28
Bruins castoff could be an interesting candidate for the Devils bottom six
New Jersey Devils fans might've looked the other way when the team signed Riley Tufte this offseason. After all, the ex-Boston Bruins forward has played just 28 games over five NHL seasons, totaling three goals, one assist, and a -7 rating in those games.
New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 28
New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Jesper Bratt
Every team has a lot of pressure heading into the 2026-27 season, but the New Jersey Devils might be at the top of that list. They have a strong team, and last season, they had a strong start but inevitably crumbled and missed the postseason.
Connor Hellebuyck News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 28
Connor Hellebuyck's public trade request changes nothing for the New Jersey Devils
Thursday afternoon, all-world goaltender Connor Hellebuyck made his private trade request from earlier in the off-season public, having his agent put out a statement on his behalf.
New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / August 28
2026-27 New Jersey Devils Season Preview
The New Jersey Devils enter the 2026–27 season with a revamped forward group. The Devils added scoring punch, forward depth, and veteran goaltending while parting ways with their longtime starter and a top defensive prospect.
Ilya Kovalchuk News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 28
Where Ilya Kovalchuk ranks in the top New Jersey Devils forwards of all time
Ilya Kovalchuk may be one of the most famous New Jersey Devils players of all time, but how does he rank when it comes to on-ice performance? When you look at the contracts he was offered during his time in New Jersey, one may think that his performance must be commensurate.
New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 27
The most intriguing theme nights for the Devils' 2026-27 season
On Monday, August 24th, the New Jersey Devils revealed the 10 designated Theme Nights and Giveaway schedule for 2026-27. Among them were some typical events
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 / August 27
Former New Jersey Devils prospect is tearing up the KHL already
The New Jersey Devils saw a bunch of fringe NHL players go this offseason. We see it every offseason. Those players at the bottom of the roster who usually
David Rittich News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 27
David Rittich has essentially been forgotten in the Devils goalie trio
The New Jersey Devils did a lot this offseason that caught some eyes and got analysts talking. Signing Anthony Mantha raised some eyebrows and lifted the team’s ceiling.
Frederik Gauthier News / Professor Press Box / August 26
Frederik Gauthier Never Became a Maple Leafs Star. But He Found a Place.
There are some hockey players you remember for reasons that have very little to do with their statistics. Frederik Gauthier is one of those players. When he was coming through the Maple Leafs organization, Gauthier always seemed to be around.
New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 25
Devils News & Rumors: Hischier & Hughes Named Top Centers, Nemec’s Tell-All Interview, & More
With the dog days of the offseason nearly over, the New Jersey Devils have slowly but surely become a force to be reckoned with. All summer long, big and small changes have pointed the club in the right direction, leaving fans anxiously awaiting the return of Devils hockey.
New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 25
Devils’ glaring roster flaw that must be fixed before 2026-27 NHL season
The New Jersey Devils have a new general manager at the helm heading into 2026-27. Sunny Mehta returns to the franchise after spending time as an assistant general manager with the Florida Panthers.
Samu Salminen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 22
Devils Prospect Samu Salminen Weighing Professional Options
While it has looked like some NCAA seniors would be eligible to return for a fifth season, that potential option is now on hold. The proposed ‘five for five’ rule is now not being implemented for the upcoming year thanks to a stay request in The U.S.
New Jersey Devils News / Yardbarker / August 11
Devils’ goaltending gamble could define their 2026-27 season
The New Jersey Devils spent the summer adding pieces to an offense that needed help. That part of the plan is easy to understand. What happens in net? Well, that gets a little murkier.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 10
Quinn Hughes Has All Of The Leverage In His Contract Negotiations
There has perhaps never been an NHL player in history with the kind of leverage that Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes holds in his current contract negotiations.
NHL News / Yardbarker / August 8
Calgary Flames rebuilt the wrong half of their roster
There is plenty to like about what the Calgary Flames are building. Just do not ask who is going to score.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 7
Devils Lurking, Wild Waiting: Friedman Says Hughes Talks Stalled
Elliotte Friedman recently joined NHL Tonight to discuss the Quinn Hughes deal, or lack thereof. Friedman has been famously quoted this summer as predicting Quinn Hughes would sign a three-year deal with the Minnesota Wild for $18 million AAV.
New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / August 1
The Devils have many unanswered questions heading into 2026-27
The New Jersey Devils finished the 2025-26 campaign with a 42-37-3 record and 87 points, finishing seventh in the Atlantic Division and 12 points back of a Wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference.
New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 29
2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: New Jersey Devils’ Top 10
Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.
Anthony Mantha News / Yardbarker / July 16
Anthony Mantha leaves Penguins to sign with division rival
As expected, the Pittsburgh Penguins have lost their leading goal scorer, as Anthony Mantha agreed to a deal with the a Metropolitan division rival.
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