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The Devils Must Pick a Priority: Hughes Not Only Trade Target

The New Jersey Devils have big ambitions heading into the deadline. Quinn Hughes rumors aren’t fading, Steven Stamkos chatter keeps resurfacing, and Ryan O’Reilly’s name still floats around as an ideal veteran stabilizer.

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Here Is What I Would Ask Tom Fitzgerald

The New Jersey Devils are sinking fast. As of this writing, they’ve lost five straight games with no end in sight. Their fifth loss in a row, a 4-1 defeat at the hands of the Boston Bruins, was especially embarrassing.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

Canucks, Red Wings have reportedly spoken about Quinn Hughes

Following up on his report from Saturday Headlines, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has reported on another team that has spoken to the Vancouver Canucks regarding a potential trade for star defenseman Quinn Hughes.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / December 8

Devils in the Details – 12/8/25: A Little More Real Edition

A rough weekend for the Devils. Here are your links for today: Friday’s game against the Golden Knights saw Akira Schmid and Vegas blank the Devils by a 3-0 score.

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New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / December 7

Essentially Lifeless: The New Jersey Devils Organization is Faltering, Part One: The Roster

When I wrote the Devils’ November Month in Review, the Devils were in first place in the Metropolitan Division. They were in second place in the Eastern Conference.

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Trade Talk / December 7

Devils Trade: 'If They’re Bringing in Somebody,… Have to Remove People'

“If they’re bringing in somebody, they’re going to have to remove people.” On the latest Saturday Headlines, Elliotte Friedman shared an update on an active week for the New Jersey Devils.

Quinn Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Canucks, Devils reportedly spoke regarding Quinn Hughes

During the Saturday Headlines segment of Hockey Night in Canada yesterday, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Vancouver Canucks and New Jersey Devils have held talks related to the status of Canucks captain Quinn Hughes.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / December 7

Devils Reportedly Made First Move in Canucks' Quinn Hughes Pursuit

The long-running speculation linking Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes to the New Jersey Devils moved into new territory on Saturday Elliotte Friedman appeared on Sportsnet’s “Saturday Headlines” segment and delivered the first confirmed update on actual contact between the Devils and the Canucks involving Hughes.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / December 7

Devils in Danger of Hitting Panic Button

The New Jersey Devils, who once were near the top of the Metropolitan Division standings, are now towards the bottom of the Metropolitan Division standings.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

3 Takeaways from Devils’ Deflating 4-1 Loss to Boston

The New Jersey Devils suffered a fifth straight defeat on Saturday night, falling 4-1 to the Boston Bruins. After the game, head coach Sheldon Keefe told

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 7

Geekie Stays Hot, Meier Scores For Devils in 4-1 Loss

Saturday night at TD Garden was a clash of wills with the Boston Bruins finally earning back-to-back wins for the first time in weeks, defeating the New Jersey Devils, 4-1.

NHL News / All About The Jersey / December 6

New Jersey Devils Lose Fifth Straight In 4-1 Loss To Boston Bruins

This one really hurts. Coming off four consecutive regulation losses, the New Jersey Devils travelled up to Boston to take on a Bruins team that they absolutely needed to beat.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

3 Positives for the Devils Amid Losing Streak

The New Jersey Devils might have begun the season on a high note, but the cracks are starting to show. At the start of December, they are tied for third place in the Metropolitan Division, with a 16-11-1 record and a four-game losing skid.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / December 6

Devils Showing Trade Interest in Predators Forward

The New Jersey Devils have been on the struggle bus lately as they've lost four games in a row while being shutout in back-to-back contests and outscored 16-6 over that span.

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Angus Crookshank News / Breakaway on SI / December 5

Angus Crookshank in Devils' Lineup Following AHL Call Up

The New Jersey Devils have recalled forward Angus Crookshank, with him promptly joining the team at morning skate on Dec. 5 and then being immediately thrust into the upcoming New Jersey lineup.

Dylan Wendt News / Inside The Rink / December 5

AHL: Utica Comets Call Up Dylan Wendt

The Utica Comets have announced that they’ve recalled forward Dylan Wendt from the Adirondack Thunder. Wendt, 24, has four goals and nine assists for 13 points in 16 games this season with Adirondack, including seven points in his first five games to begin the season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Devils Quietly Exploring Major Trade Option Out of Nashville

Rumors are heating up around New Jersey, and a new report suggests the Devils may be eyeing a significant offensive upgrade. According to James Nichols of NJ Hockey Now, the team’s scoring struggles have pushed general manager Tom Fitzgerald to explore the trade market — and one name generating internal discussion is Steven Stamkos.

Steven Stamkos News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 5

Devils reportedly discussed Steven Stamkos pursuit

This morning, The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun reported that “the New Jersey Devils have discussed [Steven Stamkos’] name internally, among many other trade

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Devils News & Rumors: Quinn & Jack Hughes, Yegorov Shines at MSG

The New Jersey Devils need to change the narrative quick as they’ve played sub-.500 hockey for over a month now. They desperately need Jack Hughes back.

Brenden Dillon News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Devils Coach Had Strong Words on Brenden Dillon's Fight

New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon left Monday night’s game early after a violent exchange with Columbus Blue Jackets forward Dmitri Voronkov.

Jonas Siegenthaler News / Daily Faceoff / December 1

Devils’ Jonas Siegenthaler ejected against Blue Jackets

A rare type of ejection has come after some fisticuffs. During a game between the New Jersey Devils and Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday night, Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler was ejected for not having his fight strap fastened on his jersey.

Jake Allen News / Field Level Media / November 28

Jake Allen records 42-save shutout as Devils blank Sabres

Jake Allen made 42 saves for the shutout and Arseny Gritsyuk had two goals in the New Jersey Devils' 5-0 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday. The Devils are on a three-game winning streak and have the most points (33) of any team in the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 27

Top and bottom Eastern Conference teams battle as Devils face Sabres

One of the NHL's best home teams will try to take that success on the road when the New Jersey Devils visit the Buffalo Sabres on Friday.

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Nico Hischier News / Field Level Media / November 26

Nico Hischier contributes to all 3 goals in Devils' OT win over Blues

Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists to lead the New Jersey Devils past the St. Louis Blues 3-2 in overtime Wednesday night in Newark, N.J. Hischier set up Simon Nemec for the winning goal 2:58 into overtime as the Devils extended their home-ice point streak to 10 games at 9-0-1.

Evgenii Dadonov News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

Devils’ Evgenii Dadonov out 'for a period of time' with injury

The New Jersey Devils should expect to be without Evgenii Dadonov in the lineup, as head coach Sheldon Keefe announced on Wednesday that the winger won’t be available “for a period of time” due to an undisclosed injury.