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2 Top New Jersey Devils Players Undergo Surgery After First-Round Exit

A pair of top players for the New Jersey Devils have undergone surgical procedures after their Round 1 playoff loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, the team has announced.

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Devils Stars Head to Worlds with Eyes on Olympics

The New Jersey Devils will have five players participating in the upcoming International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships, better known as “Worlds”, which begin on May 9th.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Devils’ Hischier, Meier, and Siegenthaler to Represent Team Switzerland

A few familiar faces will represent Team Switzerland in the upcoming 2025 IIHF World Championship. Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, and Jonas Siegenthaler are about to take part in this year’s competition, following the Devils’ first-round playoff exit.

Luke Hughes News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Devils’ Luke Hughes Blossoming Into Star

Before New Jersey Devils‘ defenseman Luke Hughes even entered the league, the writing was on the wall for him to become a star. At the University of Michigan, he outpaced the college production of his brother Quinn, who will soon receive Norris Trophy (best defenseman) votes for the fifth time in six seasons.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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?

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / May 5

Devils’ Luke Hughes, Jesper Bratt undergo shoulder surgeries; expected to return for training camp

The New Jersey Devils got some good news on Monday morning, providing updates on the injury recovery timelines for defenseman Luke Hughes and left winger

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What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

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20 NHL players from the 1990s you probably forgot about

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 5

Devils winger, defenseman opt for shoulder surgery

New Jersey expects both to be ready for training camp in the fall.

Devils’ Johnathan Kovacevic to undergo knee surgery

Devils Notes: Markstrom, Pesce, Lazar, Palat

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Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / May 5

Scribes float blockbuster trade sending Quinn Hughes to Devils

Hughes has two years remaining on his contract and Canucks president Jim Rutherford acknowledged the defenseman's desire to play with his siblings one day.

Devils winger, defenseman opt for shoulder surgery

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 5

Jacob Markstrom open to extension with Devils

James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey NOW: If Tom Fitzgerald is calling about an extension, Jacob Markstrom will pick up the phone. The New Jersey Devils goaltender enters the final year of his deal and open to staying with the Devils a little longer.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Former NHL Executive Weighs In on Quinn Hughes’ Canucks Future

Speculation surrounding Quinn Hughes’ long-term Vancouver Canucks future continues to grow. With the Canucks facing major structural uncertainty after head coach Rick Tocchet's exit, questions are mounting about whether their captain might eventually push for a move to join his brothers in New Jersey to play for the Devils.

Jacob Markstrom News / Full Press Hockey / May 2

Jacob Markstrom and the New Jersey Devils Are a Perfect Match

The New Jersey Devils were in desperate need of a goaltender after not making the playoffs during the 2023-24 season. Throughout the year, Devils President and General Manager Tom Fitzgerald narrowed his list down to one guy.

Johnathan Kovacevic News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 1

Devils’ Johnathan Kovacevic to undergo knee surgery

In the wake of their elimination from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, many New Jersey Devils are beginning to reveal the injuries they were playing through.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

New Jersey Devils’ 3 Stars of April

The New Jersey Devils had a busy April, closing out the regular season with a 2-4-0 record before advancing to the playoffs. The season was filled with heartache and adversity, but the team still managed to secure the third-best record in the Metropolitan Division.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 1

Devils Notes: Markstrom, Pesce, Lazar, Palat

Despite a five-game loss to the Hurricanes in the first round, Jacob Markström backstopped his Devils with one of the best goaltending performances of the postseason.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

New Jersey Devils most to blame for Round 1 loss to Hurricanes

For the fifth consecutive time, the Carolina Hurricanes have knocked the New Jersey Devils out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After blowing a 3-0 Game 5 lead and eventually losing 5-4 in double overtime in Raleigh, Sheldon Keefe’s troops are the first team to be eliminated from the postseason.

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New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Jeff Blashill, Jeff Halpern, Jay Leach drawing interest for head-coaching vacancies

Bruins assistant coach Jay Leach and Lightning assistant coaches Jeff Blashill and Jeff Halpern are among the names under consideration for the eight active head coaching vacancies across the league, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / April 30

Dissecting the New Jersey Devils’ Demise in 2024-25

The New Jersey Devils’ first round playoff series against the Carolina Hurricanes is now over, as they fell 4 games to 1. In those five contests, they scored just three goals that neither Jesper Bratt, Nico Hischier or Timo Meier factored in on. It’s tough to place blame on the players because they raised their game and did as well as they could.

NHL News / Full Press Hockey / April 30

New Jersey Devils Let Hurricanes Dictate Too Much of the Play

The New Jersey Devils have been eliminated from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was a familiar tune as the Devils fell to the Carolina Hurricanes once again.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / April 30

3 Takeaways from Devils’ Blown 3-0 Lead in Game 5 to End Season

On Tuesday evening, the New Jersey Devils headed south to try to keep their season alive as they were down three games to one against the Carolina Hurricanes.

New Jersey Devils News / Inside The Rink / April 28

New Jersey Devils on the Brink of Elimination After Game Four Loss

The New Jersey Devils lost 5-2 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday afternoon at the Rock. The Devils weren’t sharp early and were thoroughly outplayed for the first 21 minutes of the game, going down 0-3 before finding their legs.

New Jersey Devils News / Blade of Steel / April 27

New Jersey Devils Lose 3 Defensemen Ahead of Crucial Game Four vs Hurricanes

The New Jersey Devils will be missing half of their regular top six defensemen as they take on the Hurricanes for game four tonight. Injuries are an unfortunate reality in the NHL.

New Jersey Devils News / Inside The Rink / April 27

Extra Time Thriller: Nemec Seals First Playoff Win For Devils

The tension inside the Prudential Center on Friday night was palpable, stretching through regulation and a full overtime period. The Devils had held a comfortable 2-0 lead until the third period, when the Hurricanes mounted a furious comeback to tie the game.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 26

Having found life, Devils to host Hurricanes for Game 4

A late-night sprint down the ice late Friday night provided Simon Nemec redemption, offered a path back into the Eastern Conference quarterfinals for the New Jersey Devils -- and reminded the Carolina Hurricanes of the precarious nature of their position as favorites in the series.

Simon Nemec News / Field Level Media / April 26

Watch: Devils outlast Hurricanes on Simon Nemec's 2OT goal

Simon Nemec scored 2:36 into the second overtime Friday night for the New Jersey Devils, who got back into their Eastern Conference first-round series with a 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.

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New Jersey Devils News / Full Press Hockey / April 23

Special Teams Errors Cost New Jersey Devils First Two Games

The New Jersey Devils are trailing the Carolina Hurricanes 2-0 in the best-of-seven series after a Game 2 loss by a score of 3-1. This was after a 4-1 loss to the Hurricanes in Game 1 of the series on Sunday.

Jacob Markstrom News / House of Hockey / April 20

Jakob Markstrom Loses His Cool and Accidentally Injures His Own Teammate During Game

New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom attempted to slash a Carolina Hurricanes player, but accidentally got his own teammate Cody Glass instead.