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Jake Allen is still the Devils' best chance at contention in net

The New Jersey Devils hope this upcoming season will see them make the playoffs for the first time since 2025. With such high expectations, the team has been doing everything it can to ensure there are no holes on the roster.

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Are the Devils smart to not invest too much money into goaltending?

‘Goalies are voodoo’ has become an increasingly popular saying in the hockey world over the past decade or so, meant to convey the capriciousness of what has historically been known as the most important position in the game.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 23

3 Devils Players With the Most to Prove Entering the 2026-27 Season

The New Jersey Devils enter the 2026-27 season with a roster that has more depth than the one that finished outside the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 23

Devils Making a Difference at Hockey in New Jersey’s Playing it Forward Gala

On Tuesday, Sept. 22, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center hosted the third annual Playing it Forward Gala, a fundraiser that celebrates Hockey in New Jersey’s (HNJ) philanthropic efforts, uniting donors, professional athletes, alumni, supporters, and corporate leaders.

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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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New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 23

Devils in the Details – 9/23/26: Encouraging Signs Edition

Here are your links for today: Beating the Rangers, the best of feelings. Nico Hischier, Timo Meier and Jack Hughes scored on Monday as the Devils beat the Rangers 3-2.

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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.

Cody Glass News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 23

A former Devils target might be the reason Cody Glass doesn't have an extension

The New Jersey Devils had an interesting offseason. Even before the offseason officially started, the Devils made their biggest move in recent memory. They parted ways with GM and President of Hockey Operations Tom Fitzgerald. The Devils were coming off yet another disappointing season.

Anthony Mantha News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 22

New Jersey Devils need to be patient with Anthony Mantha

The New Jersey Devils finally put their main lineup out there in preseason Game 2. Against the rival New York Rangers , the Devils had a ho hum effort against what looked like the Rangers’ AHL squad.

Dawson Mercer News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 22

Where does Dawson Mercer fit in the New Jersey Devils lineup?

The New Jersey Devils had a very busy offseason, especially when it comes to upgrading the offense. New general manager Sunny Mehta went out and signed left winger Anthony Mantha, traded for right winger Luke Evangelista, and also traded for center Evan Rodrigues.

Samu Salminen News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 22

Cult favorite Devils prospect signs with Eastern Conference rival

Once upon a time, Samu Salminen was considered one of the New Jersey Devils' best prospects. After all, the third-round selection from 2021 put up an unexpected point-per-game campaign in the U20 Nationell in his draft-plus-one season before matriculating to the NCAA in the subsequent season.

Nico Daws News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 22

Nico Daws' preseason debut leaves Devils fans wanting more, but nobody is worried yet

New Jersey Devils goalie Nico Daws made his preseason debut last night at home against the New York Rangers, playing two periods and allowing two goals on 15 shots.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 22

3 Takeaways From Devils’ 3-2 Preseason Victory Over Rangers

On Monday evening, the New Jersey Devils wrapped up the second half of a back-to-back, hosting the New York Rangers for their second preseason game at Prudential Center.

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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.

Brenden Dillon News / The Hockey Writers / September 22

New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Brenden Dillon

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 / All About The Jersey / September 21

Hischier, Hughes, and Meier Score in 3-2 Preseason Win Over Rangers

The first look at the Devils’ rivalry with the New York Rangers this season was not the most exciting one. It is preseason, after all, but the teams came into tonight with opposite approaches.

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Luke Evangelista News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 21

How Luke Evangelista can raise the scoring potential of the Devils

The New Jersey Devils signed 24-year-old forward Luke Evangelista to a five-year deal last week. The deal came less than one hour before the new collective bargaining agreement went into effect, which would have changed some of the structure of the contract.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Devils News & Rumors: Lombardi’s Push for Roster Spot, Daws’s Big Opportunity, & More

Last week, the New Jersey Devils held training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season. New and old faces alike hit the ice at Prudential Center, with rookies, veterans, and offseason additions all competing for a roster spot.

Jacob Markstrom News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 21

Jacob Markstrom's preseason blunder has Devils fans thankful for Sunny Mehta

When Sunny Mehta took over the New Jersey Devils, there was a long to-do list. What seemed impossible was trying to figure out how to get out of the Jacob Markstrom situation.

Nikita Shcherbakov News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Devils’ Nikita Shcherbakov Is the KHL Rookie of the Week

Salavat Yulaev Ufa defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov was awarded Rookie of the Week honors on Monday in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). The 18-years-old blueliner was picked by the New Jersey Devils in the second round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, 44th overall pick.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 21

Devils in the Details – 9/21/26: Hockey Begins Edition

Here are your links for today: Sunny Mehta: “Any step that we take from last year is going to be considered a ‘success.’ But I guarantee you that unless

Jesper Boqvist News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 20

Jesper Boqvist finds himself in a position he likely didn't expect with the New Jersey Devils

The New Jersey Devils played their first preseason game, and there wasn’t a ton of NHL talent on the ice for either team. The Devils wanted to give ample opportunities for the likes of Matyas Melovsky, Seamus Casey, and Anton Silaev to get in some preseason game action.

NHL News / All About The Jersey / September 20

Devils Down the Islanders, 2-1 in AHL-Heavy Preseason Opener

This afternoon, the New Jersey Devils kicked off their preseason with a home matchup against the New York Islanders. Things started off a bit slowly for the Devils, despite the eventual favorable outcome.

Samu Salminen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 20

Panthers Sign Samu Salminen To Two-Year Contract

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms with forward prospect Samu Salminen on a two-year, entry-level contract. The deal will carry a $980K cap hit and $1.016MM AAV per PuckPedia.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 19

Last-minute move Devils must make ahead of 2026-27 season

The New Jersey Devils did not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. It was a bitterly disappointing campaign for a team with undeniable talent on the roster.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 17

Devils veteran forward Nick Bjugstad out four to six months

The New Jersey Devils announced that veteran forward Nick Bjugstad underwent successful surgery to repair a torn left pectoral muscle that was suffered earlier this month during offseason training.

Devils hire Bryan McCabe, Jessica Campbell to staff

Devils sign Luke Evangelista to five-year contract

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Luke Evangelista News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16

Devils Sign Luke Evangelista To Five-Year Extension

The New Jersey Devils didn’t take long to extend their newly acquired forward. A few weeks after acquiring him from the Nashville Predators, the Devils announced last night that they signed forward Luke Evangelista to a five-year, $36.25MM extension.

Luke Evangelista News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Devils Waste No Time: New Jersey Locks Up Newly‑Acquired Luke Evangelista for Five Years

The New Jersey Devils didn’t waste a second. Weeks — not months, not a season — weeks after acquiring Luke Evangelista for a conditional 2028 first‑round pick and a 2028 second‑round pick, they locked him up long‑term.