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Devils’ Potential Milestones to Keep an Eye Out for in 2025-26

Part of what makes watching sports so great is the ability to watch an athlete’s career progress over time. While the New Jersey Devils don’t have any Alexander Ovechkin goal chase-esque storylines in 2025-26, there are still some to keep an eye on.

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Finishing Touches: PTO Candidates for the New Jersey Devils

With training camps just around the corner, NHL teams are likely to begin handing out professional try-out contracts (PTOs) for preseason competitions.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 23

Revisiting the Devils’ Paul Cotter Trade One Year Later

A little over a year ago, the New Jersey Devils announced they had traded fan favorite Alexander Holtz and goaltender Akira Schmid to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for Paul Cotter and a 2025 third-round draft pick.

Nico Hischier News / The Hockey Writers / August 21

Devils’ Captain Nico Hischier Has Big Impact With Quiet Leadership

When people talk about the New Jersey Devils, the conversation almost always circles back to Jack Hughes—the undeniable superstar of the franchise. However,

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / August 21

NHL Rumors: New Jersey Devils Still In Pursuit of a Top Six Winger

Ryan Novozinsky of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com: As Novozinsky writes, the New Jersey Devils need a top-six scoring winger. New Jersey can’t rely on Ondrej Palat, Dawson Mercer, or Stefan Noesen to be that player.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 20

Way-too-early New Jersey Devils trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The New Jersey Devils fell in the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. New Jersey believed it had the roster needed to contend for the Stanley Cup this past season.

New Jersey Devils News / Total Apex Sports / August 20

Luke Hughes Extension Wait Is Making New Jersey Devils Fans Anxious

One of the biggest topics surrounding the New Jersey Devils this offseason has been when General Manager Tom Fitzgerald was going to extend Defenseman Luke Hughes.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

3 Devils Named to U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp

On Tuesday, Aug. 19, USA Hockey announced the 44 players who received invitations to the Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp. Three of those 44 players are New Jersey Devils; forward Jack Hughes and defensemen Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce received the honor of an invitation.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

Devils Need More Offense From Their Defensemen This Season

Let’s get the obvious out of the way: the New Jersey Devils struggled to consistently find the back of the net in 2024-25. Their season-to-season offensive production dropped nearly 10%…and that’s partially masked by a red-hot power play, as even strength scoring dropped ~16%.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 18

Predicting Devils’ Award Winners for 2025-26

Despite numerous New Jersey Devils receiving nominations and votes for the 2025 NHL Awards, no players went on to become finalists. Jack Hughes was their nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy for the second year in a row.

New Jersey Devils News / House of Hockey / August 17

Young New Jersey Devils Defenseman Walks Away From the NHL to Sign New Deal Overseas

We've seen plenty of players this off-season leave the NHL for overseas opportunities, and now Devil Reilly Walsh is among them after signing in the KHL.

Luke Hughes News / Breakaway on SI / August 17

Speed Propelling Devils Defenseman to Greatness

New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes still needs a new contract before the 2025-2026 season begins. The restricted free agent has quickly become one of the best defenders in New Jersey and a core member of the organization.

Jakub Zboril News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 15

Former Bruins draft bust gets new job in Europe

He played in only 76 games for the Bruins.

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The '1971-72 Boston Bruins' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 15

Top 10 Must-Watch Devils Games for the 2025-26 Season

With the 2025-26 NHL schedule now officially released, New Jersey Devils fans are counting down the days until puck drop. After an electric start and a shaky second half in the 2024-25 season, the Devils return determined to make a deeper playoff push – and the fans cannot wait.

New Jersey Devils News / House of Hockey / August 14

New Jersey Devils Star Luke Hughes May Be Eyeing Short-Term Deal as Contract Standstill Continues

Amidst the contract standstill between the New Jersey Devils and defenseman Luke Hughes, he could choose to take a short term deal, per analyst Frank Seravalli.

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The 'NFL QBs with the most games started' quiz

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 13

Kraken hire retired pro, acclaimed coach to development team

The Seattle Kraken have announced two late-summer hires. Recently retired pro Zac Dalpe will join the club as a Player Development Consultant, and Adam Purner will take on the role of Video Analyst, in the 2025-26 season.

Nathan Bastian News / Blade of Steel / August 11

The New Jersey Devils share a heartfelt message to fan-favorite, Nathan Bastian

Sometimes, a player's departure is measured by stats. Other times, it's measured by the reaction of the people he leaves behind. When the New Jersey Devils posted their farewell to Nathan Bastian, it became clear this was one of those moments.

Nathan Bastian News / Field Level Media / August 9

Stars sign F Nathan Bastian to 1-year contract

Rugged forward Nathan Bastian signed a one-year, $775,000 contract with the Dallas Stars on Saturday. Bastian, 27, recorded 10 points (four goals, six assists) and 138 hits in 59 games last season with the New Jersey Devils.

New Jersey Devils News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

NHL Rumours: Update on Contract for New Jersey Devils Defender

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle part of the summer, but there’s plenty of chatter. This time of year is quiet, but general manager are still working hard behind the scenes.

Luke Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 7

Devils, Luke Hughes not interested in bridge deal

Luke Hughes and the Devils have remained in contract talks throughout the offseason, a luxury they have thanks to the star defender carrying 10.2(c) status that makes him ineligible for an offer sheet.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 29

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: New Jersey Devils’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Thomas Bordeleau News / Daily Faceoff / July 24