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Devils officially eliminated from 2026 Stanley Cup playoff contention

A disappointing season is set to come to an end sooner than some expected in the Garden State. Thanks to a 5-1 loss to the rival Philadelphia Flyers, the New Jersey Devils were officially eliminated from 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff contention.

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While the New Jersey Devils‘ playoff hopes were incredibly slim, they still had a lot to play for against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night at Prudential Center.

Tom Fitzgerald News / All About The Jersey / April 7

New Jersey Devils Fall 5-1 In First Game After Firing Tom Fitzgerald

That’ll just about do it for the 2025-26 New Jersey Devils. We’ve all known this season has been over for a long time now, but tonight’s 5-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers all but sealed the deal.

Sheldon Keefe News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe’s Future Under Evaluation

New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe told reporters, including James Nichols of NJD Hockey Now, that his future will be evaluated at the end of the season. The news comes as not much of a shock, as the Devils fired general manager Tom Fitzgerald yesterday, the first step in what will be more changes in store.

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Shanahan better suited for Devils’ president, not GM

The New Jersey Devils embarked on the next chapter of the franchise’s history on Monday, parting ways with general manager Tom Fitzgerland and opening an opportunity to redirect and restructure their entire project. While a new general manager could be in the cards, a new leadership structure could also be considered.

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Devils’ Stars & Coach React to Tom Fitzgerald’s Departure

Yesterday, the New Jersey Devils announced that general manager (GM) Tom Fitzgerald would be departing the organization after more than six years of being in the position.

Nico Hischier News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

Devils captain noncommittal on future: 'We'll see what happens'

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Nico Hischier News / NHL Trade Talk / April 7

Nico Hischier Drops Carefully Worded Answer on Future with the Devils

Nico Hischier just dropped the most carefully worded non-answer on his future with the New Jersey Devils. Following news of the GM’s firing and talk that Sheldon Keefe could be on the hot seat as coach, the next question will surround the players.

Sheldon Keefe News / NHL Trade Talk / April 7

Devils’ Keefe Told Job Not Guaranteed Beyond This Season

The New Jersey Devils have parted ways with President/GM Tom Fitzgerald, and head coach Sheldon Keefe could be next. It was learned on Tuesday that the organization has already told Keefe his position will be reevaluated at the end of the season.

Tom Fitzgerald News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

What was Tom Fitzgerald’s fatal flaw as Devils GM?

The New Jersey Devils are bound for a new course with a new general manager, but what went wrong with the previous leader of hockey operations? On Monday, it was announced that Tom Fitzgerald was departing the team as its general manager after over six years on the job.

Tom Fitzgerald News / The Hockey Writers / April 6

New Jersey Devils Part Ways With Tom Fitzgerald

On Monday evening, the New Jersey Devils revealed that they have parted ways with general manager (GM) Tom Fitzgerald. Managing partner David Blitzer made the announcement on behalf of the organization, claiming that it’s time for the team to go in a different direction.

Tom Fitzgerald News / NHL Trade Talk / April 6

Expect Fitzgerald to Wind Up With Predators, Hint Insiders

Tom Fitzgerald is no longer the GM of the New Jersey Devils. Both sides decided to part ways and go in different directions. That has immediately raised questions about the timing of the split, with many insiders wondering whether it is related to the vacancy in Nashville.

Tom Fitzgerald News / Field Level Media / April 6

Devils, GM Tom Fitzgerald to part ways

The New Jersey Devils announced they will part ways with president of hockey operations and general manager Tom Fitzgerald in a mutual decision Monday.

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New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald departs from organization

The New Jersey Devils have announced that general manager and president of hockey operations Tom Fitzgerald has departed from the organization. “Tom and I had a thoughtful conversation today and agreed it was time to move in a new direction,” Devils managing partner Dan Blitzer said in a statement released by the team.

Tom Fitzgerald News / NHL Trade Talk / April 6

New Jersey Devils Fire Tom Fitzgerald As General Manager

The New Jersey Devils, led by Managing Partner David Blitzer, announced on Monday that Tom Fitzgerald will depart the organization. He has been relieved of his duties as the team’s general manager.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 6

Devils make significant front-office move, fire GM Tom Fitzgerald

The New Jersey Devils announced that they’ve parted ways with the president of hockey operations and general manager, Tom Fitzgerald. He joins Brad Treliving, formerly with the Toronto Maple Leafs, as the second general manager fired in the last week.

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Habs 8-Game Winning Streak Ends After Devils Shut Them Out

The Montreal Canadiens were shut out 3-0 on Sunday night by the New Jersey Devils, which put an end to the team’s 8-game winning streak. It was a night where the Habs just didn’t have their legs and struggled to get anything going in front of goaltender Jacob Fowler.