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There has been a lot of change around the New Jersey Devils this offseason. The biggest change, of course, came at the top. Tom Fitzgerald is out, and Sunny Mehta is now running the show after coming over from the Florida Panthers organization.

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The New Jersey Devils give a leadership role to Jesper Bratt

The New Jersey Devils named Nico Hischier captain before he made his season debut in 2021. They had just traded Andy Greene, and he immediately became the youngest captain in the NHL and the second-youngest captain in Devils franchise history. And yet, despite his age, nobody questioned the decision.

Jesper Bratt News / The Hockey Writers / September 16

Devils’ Jesper Bratt Named Alternate Captain

On Wednesday (Sept. 16), the New Jersey Devils officially kicked off training camp. While on-ice sessions won’t begin until Thursday, the club’s first

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Luke Evangelista News / Field Level Media / September 16

Devils sign F Luke Evangelista to 5-year, $36.25M deal

The New Jersey Devils signed newly acquired forward Luke Evangelista to a five-year, $36.25 million extension. The deal announced Tuesday night begins with the 2027-28 season and carries a $7.25 million average annual value.

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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.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 16

Devils Add Jessica Campbell and Bryan McCabe to Player Development Staff

The New Jersey Devils are continuing to reshape their hockey operations department under general manager Sunny Mehta, adding two experienced professionals to their player development staff.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 16

New Jersey Devils hire trailblazing coach to take on a leading development role

The New Jersey Devils just continue to make huge moves in the first offseason of GM Sunny Mehta. After trading for and signing Luke Evangelista to an eight-year deal , the Devils announced two front-office hires.

Bryan McCabe News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Devils hire Bryan McCabe, Jessica Campbell to staff

A couple of familiar names are moving to the Garden State. On Wednesday, New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta announced that the team has hired Bryan McCabe to be assistant general manager of the team’s American Hockey League affiliate, the Utica Comets, and Jessica Campbell as manager of player development.

New Jersey Devils News / ESPN / September 16

Sources: Campbell, 1st woman to coach full time in NHL, among Devils hires

The Devils are hiring former Kraken assistant coach Jessica Campbell as manager of player development and longtime Panthers executive Bryan McCabe as vice president of prospect personnel, sources told ESPN.

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.

Anton Silayev News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 16

Anton Silayev could create a good problem for Devils blue line

The New Jersey Devils could have a good problem on the blue line this season. The club has a solid blueline corps seemingly in place. But if Anton Silaev can elbow his way into the lineup, it might just create the type of complication GMs and coaches love to have.

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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 16

Devils in the Details – 9/16/26: A Deal for Luke Edition

Here are your links for today: A five-year extension for Luke Evangelista: The Hockey Guy previews the season for the Devils: Hockey will be here soon: “The Devils will play their first of four preseason games, starting Sunday, Sept.

Jack Hughes News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 16

This Jack Hughes question must be answered quickly in training camp

The New Jersey Devils will have a crucial question to answer, and that question pertains directly to Jack Hughes. Namely, will Hughes play with Jesper Bratt this season?

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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.

Luke Evangelista News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Devils sign Luke Evangelista to five-year contract

The New Jersey Devils have locked up right winger Luke Evangelista through the 2031-32 season, the club announced late Tuesday night. With the deal, they secure the future of the 24-year-old, whom they acquired on Sept.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 15

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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