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Devils Draft Nikita Shcherbakov 44th Overall

With the 44th pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the New Jersey Devils have selected Nikita Shcherbakov from the Toros Neftekmask of the All-Russian Hockey League (VHL).

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New Jersey Devils select Nikita Shcherbakov with the 44th Overall Pick in the 2026 Entry Draft

With the later rounds coming fast and furious, Sunny was right back on the clock and selected a big Russian Defenseman at pick 44. He stands 6’5″ and 187

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Devils select Nikita Shcherbakov No. 44 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

One of the top blueliners in this year’s NHL prospect pool has been called. The New Jersey Devils selected defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov with the No. 44 pick at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft Friday night at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 27

New Jersey Devils Select Matias Vanhanen at 37th Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

After selecting Alexander Command, a physical and two-way Swedish center at 12th overall in the first round of the NHL Draft, Sunny Mehta decided to trade down from the 35th overall pick.

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The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 26

New Jersey Devils Select Alexander Command at 12th Overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

People wondered if it would be Ethan Belchetz, the big winger. I thought Sunny Mehta might take Nikita Klepov, the high-scoring winger. But the New Jersey Devils went in a different direction with the selection of Alexander Command at 12th overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Devils select Alexander Command No. 12 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

A rising scorer from Europe has a new destination. On Friday night, the New Jersey Devils selected forward Alexander Command, 17, with the 12th overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Devils unlikely to trade Dougie Hamilton after Simon Nemec move

The New Jersey Devils are looking to make some changes to their team after a disappointing season, and they’ve already done so, trading Simon Nemec to the Calgary Flames.

Jacob Markstrom News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Devils’ Goalie Options if Jacob Markstrom Gets Traded

It looks like this offseason will bring drastic change for the New Jersey Devils. Last summer, the organization made a few roster cuts, attempted to add veteran scoring, and re-signed crucial players.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 26

Devils in the Details – 6/26/26: Drafting Edition

The 2026 NHL Draft begins tonight. Here are your links for today: The preseason schedule is out: We have more trades: “Even if Nemec has more to give, the Devils don’t have the ability to put him in situations to squeeze that juice out of him.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25

New Jersey Devils Acquire Amadeus Lombardi

According to a team announcement, the New Jersey Devils have acquired forward prospect Amadeus Lombardi from the Detroit Red Wings for a 2026 fourth-round pick.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 25

The New Jersey Devils on the Eve of the 2026 NHL Draft

We are as of the time of tis writing, roughly a day and a half away from the beginning of the 2026 NHL Draft. While this is usually one of the most exciting times of the year for hockey fans, there seems to be a bit less enthusiasm as we draw closer to 7 PM tomorrow.

Etienne Morin News / The Hockey Writers / June 25

Meet the Newest New Jersey Devil: Etienne Morin

The NHL is just a few days away from the 2026 NHL Draft, which will be held on Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, in Buffalo. Following that, on July 1, free agency opens up, and any player who doesn’t have a contract is free to sign with another team.

Simon Nemec News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

Plenty of uncertainty surrounding Simon Nemec trade for Flames, Devils

The Calgary Flames and New Jersey Devils kicked off Tuesday’s NHL trade frenzy with a major deal that saw defenseman Simon Nemec head to Alberta for a pair of future first-round picks and the No.

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Simon Nemec News / The Hockey Writers / June 24

Nemec Trade Could Be the Start of a Major Devils Roster Rebuild

On June 23, the New Jersey Devils announced that they traded their 2022 second-overall pick, Simon Nemec, to the Calgary Flames. On the surface, the deal could appear to be a massive gamble, as New Jersey’s front office elected to move one of their most valuable young assets before he even reached his prime.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23

Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec in blockbuster trade

The first domino of the Sunny Mehta regime with the New Jersey Devils has fallen.

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Nico Hischier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19

Devils rumors: Nico Hischier contract negotiation update will get fans fired up

There have been many eyes on the Nico Hischier contract situation, with many looking to see what the contract extension will look like. Now, the latest update will have fans fired up, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic.

Nico Hischier News / NHL Rumors / June 19

Nico Hischier Extension Talks, and Offer Sheet Targets and Who Could Send One

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Signs are pointing towards Nico Hischier signing a contract extension with the New Jersey Devils after July 1st. There is still work to do, but sides are working to get it done.

Jacob Markstrom News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15

Devils rumors: New Jersey gauging trade market for Jacob Markstrom

Even though goaltender Jacob Markstrom was re-signed by the New Jersey Devils to a two-year contract extension, reports have surfaced in recent days that they’re entertaining trade offers for him.

Jacob Markstrom News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Jacob Markstrom Trade Rumors Begin as Devils Gauge Interest

The New Jersey Devils could be preparing for another significant move this offseason. According to NHL insider Kevin Weekes, the Devils are currently gauging market interest in veteran goaltender Jacob Markstrom, although no trade is considered imminent.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / June 6

NHL Rumors: Nico Hischier’s Agent on a Contract Extension

Puck Pedia Hockey Show: Allain Roy, Nico Hischier‘s agent, on where things are at. He’s eligible for a contract extension after July 1st. Keith Kavanaugh: “Nico Hischier, one of your top clients, is eligible for an extension starting on July 1st.