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Devils' Timo Meier takes personal leave, Evgenii Dadonov goes on IR

New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier began a leave of absence from the team to address "a family health matter." "The entire organization supports Timo and his family and appreciates everyone respecting their privacy at this time," the Devils said in a statement Thursday.

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Eastern Conference Contender Emerges as Potential Quinn Hughes Suitor

The Vancouver Canucks sit at 11-16-3, and trade speculation around captain Quinn Hughes has intensified as teams are increasingly gauging Vancouver’s interest in moving their former Norris Trophy winner.

Simon Nemec News / All About The Jersey / December 11

What Will the New Jersey Devils Do For Simon Nemec’s Next Contract?

Simon Nemec certainly picked the right season to seemingly start breaking out didn’t he? Of all the free agents the Devils have coming up at the end of the 2025-26 season, Nemec is probably the most interesting one to look at.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 11

Devils’ Meier Takes Leave of Absence, Dadonov on IR

The New Jersey Devils have announced a couple of roster moves on the morning of Thursday, Dec. 11. The first announcement was that Timo Meier will be taking a leave of absence to attend to a family health matter.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / December 11

Devils place Evgenii Dadonov on IR; Xavier Parent recalled

The New Jersey Devils announced Thursday that forward Evgenii Dadonov has been placed on injured reserve with a wrist injury. The team also announced they recalled forward Xavier Parent from their AHL affiliate, the Utica Comets.

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Timo Meier News / Daily Faceoff / December 11

Devils’ Timo Meier takes personal leave of absence

On Thursday, the New Jersey Devils announced that forward Timo Meier has taken a personal leave of absence. The 29-year-old is taking time away from the team to tend to a family health matter.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 11

Devils’ Special Teams Struggles Reach a Critical Point

The New Jersey Devils may have clawed their way back into the win column after defeating the Ottawa Senators 4-3 on Tuesday night, but their latest victory did little to mask a glaring truth: their special teams are in serious trouble.

Simon Nemec News / Breakaway on SI / December 11

Young Defenseman Quickly Becoming Devils Legend

For all the chaos and surprises this NHL season has delivered, it’s hard to find a bigger breakout story than Simon Nemec. Just two years removed from being drafted second overall by the New Jersey Devils behind Juraj Slafkovský in 2022, Nemec has vaulted from an underwhelming young defender to full-blown franchise pillar.

Patrick Moynihan News / Inside The Rink / December 10

ECHL: Patrick Moynihan Traded To Allen Americans

The Allen Americans have acquired forward Patrick Moynihan from the Reading Royals. It is unclear what the return was from Allen. This will be his fourth team in his young career.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 10

Devils, Lightning battle to build on skid-snapping wins

The New Jersey Devils and Tampa Bay Lightning each had a solid offensive performance to break their respective notable losing streaks. The teams will look to build momentum at the other's expense on Thursday night when they meet in Newark, N.J.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 10

Devils Take Down Senators to Snap Five-Game Losing Skid

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-3 on Tuesday night at the Canadian Tire Centre, snapping a five-game losing streak. The Devils put together a strong performance at even strength, controlling play and finally breaking through offensively for four goals.

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New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / December 10

Devils HC Gives Heartwarming Speech After Snapping Losing Streak

The New Jersey Devils and head coach Sheldon Keefe are back in the win column. New Jersey rode out a five-game losing streak, falling to the Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights and Boston Bruins.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / December 10

The Devils Should Target Ryan O’Reilly Before They Target Steven Stamkos

The trade winds are starting to blow in the NHL, and with the New Jersey Devils recent skid, cries have started coming out from all corners of the internet and the Devils fanbase for GM Tom Fitzgerald to do something before these recent struggles derails the season.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

3 Takeaways from Devils’ Gutsy Streak-Snapping 4-3 Victory in Ottawa

The New Jersey Devils headed into Ottawa on Tuesday night in desperate need of a victory. In a gutsy effort, they finally snapped their five-game skid with a 4-3 victory.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 9

Devils halt five-game slide with win over Senators

Cody Glass scored the go-ahead goal with 7:36 remaining in the third period to lift the visiting New Jersey Devils to a 4-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 8

One team will put struggles in rear view as Senators host Devils

The New Jersey Devils are mired in a five-game winless skid, their longest such streak since dropping six in a row from Dec. 9-20, 2022. They have fallen into a tie for sixth place with the Philadelphia Flyers in the tightly compacted Metropolitan Division.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

The Devils are struggling without Jack Hughes

No NHL team wants to see their star player go down, but most would hope to deal with it better than the New Jersey Devils have handled the loss of Jack Hughes.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 8

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.

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 / 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.

NHL 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.

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.

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.