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Jack Hughes Fires Back at Criticism Over Health and Play

Jack Hughes has taken quite a bit of flak over the last year. From a poor showing at the 4 Nations Face-Off, to another season-ending shoulder injury, to an injury-plagued 2025–26 campaign with the Devils falling far out of playoff contention, it hasn’t been easy for the superstar center.

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Devils Recall Dylan Wendt, Jakub Malek Reassigned to AHL

The New Jersey Devils announced a few roster transactions on Friday (Feb. 20) afternoon. They have recalled forward Dylan Wendt from the Utica Comets, their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 20

Jack Hughes’ epic 2nd goal has Team USA on brink of gold medal game

Team USA pulled out with a big 6-2 win over Slovakia in the Semi-Finals in the 2026 Winter Olympic tournament. The team is seemingly on the verge of punching its ticket to the gold medal game against Canada after Jack Hughes hit an amazing shot to give the USA a big lead.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / February 20

Hughes Family Celebrates USA Gold Before Brothers Play Semifinal

The Hughes family already secured one Olympic gold medal at Milano Cortina 2026. Now brothers Quinn and Jack Hughes aim to complete the family sweep Friday when Team USA faces Slovakia in the men's hockey semifinal.

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The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / February 20

Devils’ Jack Hughes Deserves More Respect

Look, it’s been a miserable time for New Jersey Devils fans in recent years. There’s no denying that. They’ve won just one playoff series in the last 13 seasons and are well on their way to making it a 14th.

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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

Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 19

The stars have aligned for USA men's hockey team to end gold-medal drought

The USA men's Olympic hockey team has not won a gold medal since the 1980 Miracle On Ice team, and they entered the 2026 games expecting to break that drought. It's all right in front of them.

Team Canada discusses rallying after Sidney Crosby's injury in Olympic quarterfinal: 'We didn't want this to be Sid's last game'

Olympic hockey needs to scrap 3-on-3 overtime

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Timo Meier News / All About The Jersey / February 19

The New Jersey Devils Might as Well Try Timo Meier on the Right at This Point

Timo Meier has had another rough season for the New Jersey Devils. Upon his arrival in New Jersey at the 2023 trade deadline, the hopes were that Meier’s goal scoring ability would help push the Devils offense forward into another gear.

Luke Hughes News / Breakaway on SI / February 18

Devils' Luke Hughes Returns to Practice Following Stint on LTIR

Defenseman Luke Hughes of the New Jersey Devils has returned to the practice ice following injury. The Devils posted a video of him on the ice, as the Devils have resumed practice for their non-Olympians in Newark on Feb.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / February 18

Devils Recall Hameenaho, Cholowski, White, and Malek

Earlier today, the New Jersey Devils announced a few roster transactions, recalling three players from the Utica Comets, their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / February 18

How the Devils’ Olympic Performances Can Impact Rest of the Season

With the preliminary round of the 2026 Winter Olympics in the rearview, the New Jersey Devils currently have seven players still in the running for gold.

Nico Hischier News / All About The Jersey / February 18

Nico Hischier’s Future Has an Impact on Everything Going Forward

If you read my article last week, you’ll know that my general thought process when it comes to fixing the Devils is that trading away star players is a bad idea.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / February 18

Devils in the Details – 2/18/26: Going for Gold Edition

Here are your links for today: Olympic updates: Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists as the Swiss advanced to the quarterfinals. Jesper Bratt was scratched but the Swedes advanced as well.

NHL News / All About The Jersey / February 17

Sweden to Face USA in Wednesday’s Quarterfinals

Finally, a true test for Team USA. After coasting through the group round of the men’s Olympic hockey tournament, Jack Hughes and company will face a team with as many NHL players as its previous three opponents combined.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 17

Is Jacob Markstrom the right choice for Sweden’s qualifying game?

Team Sweden has made its choice between the pipes for its men’s ice hockey playoff matchup against Team Latvia at the 2026 Winter Olympics, and it’s not the goalie who started their first two games of the tournament.

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New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / February 17

NHL Rumors: What Kind of Hockey Trade Can New Jersey Devils Make?

Even with the NHL season on pause while players are at the Olympics, General Managers around the league have been talking, with the March 6th Trade Deadline rapidly approaching.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / February 15

Devils Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — 'Timo Time,' Jesper Bratt Is Benched, and More

With the 2026 Winter Olympics officially underway, all seven New Jersey Devils representing their native countries have worked their way through the preliminary round.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 13

Devils To Recall Lenni Hameenaho, Colton White After Olympics

The Devils will recall forward Lenni Hameenaho and defenseman Colton White back to the NHL roster after the Olympic break, per James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey Now.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 13

Trade Deadline Primer: New Jersey Devils

With the Olympic break upon us, the trade deadline is under a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We continue our look around the league at teams on the playoff bubble, next up: the Devils.

Timo Meier News / Inside The Rink / February 12

Olympics: Meier Scores Two, Switzerland Shuts Out France 4-0

Team Switzerland took on France on Thursday at the Santagiulia Arena, opening their Olympic campaign with a 4-0 shutout win, handing France an early loss.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / February 12

Devils’ Jacob Markstrom expected to start for Sweden against Finland

A potential change between the pipes for Tre Kronor. Per reports from practice on Thursday, goaltender Jacob Markstrom is expected to be the starter for Sweden in its all-important Group B matchup with rival Finland on Friday.

Marc McLaughlin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 11

Devils Place Marc McLaughlin On Waivers

The Devils announced they’ve placed center Marc McLaughlin on waivers for the purpose of assignment to AHL Utica. The transaction implies he’s ready to come off the injured non-roster list after sitting out the entire season to date with an undisclosed injury.

Dougie Hamilton News / Breakaway on SI / February 9