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Devils to Retire Popular Alternate Uniform

Despite residing in the Garden State since 1982, the New Jersey Devils somehow went nearly 40 years without a full-time third jersey. Granted, that was mostly due to longtime team president and general manager Lou Lamoriello not wanting them, but it's still surprising that they went without one for so long.

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Devils announce 'Jersey' jersey goodbye tour; will not return for 2026-27

The New Jersey Devils announced on Monday that the 2025-2026 season will mark the retirement of their black alternate “Jersey” jersey. One of the most polarizing looks in the NHL, the alternate debuted in 2021 and was the franchise’s first ever full-time alternate jersey.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 22

New Jersey Devils Announce Theme Nights, Final Year of “Jersey” Jersey

It’s the start of a brand new work week (hooray?), and the New Jersey Devils have given us some news. No, it’s not Luke Hughes, yet. But I had been wondering when the full promotional schedule would be released, and the Devils have finally released their theme nights and giveaways.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / September 21

Arseni Gritsyuk Posts Two Points As New Jersey Devils Lose Preseason Opener, 5-3

Happy Earth, Wind & Fire Day, and welcome back to New Jersey Devils hockey. On the 21st night afternoon of September, the Devils hosted the New York Rangers in the 2025-26 preseason opener at The Rock.

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

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New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 21

New Jersey Devils’ most intriguing training camp battle in 2025

The New Jersey Devils enter the 2025-26 NHL season as one of the top contenders in the Metropolitan Division. The Devils are coming off a year in which they finished seventh in the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Martin Brodeur News / Daily Faceoff / September 19

A decade into retirement, Marty Brodeur has found his happy place in Devils’ front office

One of the strangest things in hockey is watching long-tenured players leave their initial teams and move on to (presumably) greener pastures to end their careers.

New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / September 19

Devils GM Provides Encouraging Update on Top RFA

The New Jersey Devils opened training camp with one notable absence. Rising star defenseman and current restricted free agent Luke Hughes did not arrive at camp in the midst of a contract negotiation that’s dragged on all summer long into the preseason.

Jacob Markstrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 18

Devils are discussing an extension with veteran goaltender

The 35-year-old had a decent first season with the Devils in 2024-25. While he dealt with a knee injury late in the year, he still got into 49 games where he posted a 2.50 GAA and a .900 SV% along with four shutouts.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Devils GM gets brutally honest on Luke Hughes contract stalemate

NHL training camps for the 2025-2026 season have officially begun, with players reporting on Wednesday and Thursday. There are plenty of storylines for hockey fans to keep their eyes on as the season nears.

Stefan Noesen News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

Devils’ Stefan Noesen 'expected to miss some time' with groin injury

The New Jersey Devils provided several injury updates on Thursday after their second day of training camp, the most notable being that winger Stefan Noesen is expected to miss some time due to a groin injury.

Michael McLeod News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 18

Hurricanes linked to Michael McLeod

The Carolina Hurricanes are expected to register a contract for center Michael McLeod after he becomes eligible to sign with an NHL club on Oct. 15, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports Thursday.

New Jersey Devils News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Devils and Luke Hughes 'Grinding Away' at Contract Decision as Pressure Mounts

The New Jersey Devils are running out of time to sign restricted free agent and defenseman Luke Hughes to a contract extension before the start of the season.

New Jersey Devils News / Last Word On Sports / September 17

Puck Drop Preview: 2025-26 New Jersey Devils

Last Word on Hockey’s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2025-26 season! As the regular season approaches, us here at Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year.

Michael McLeod News / Yardbarker / September 13

Why Maple Leafs should sign former Devils center Michael McLeod

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to be attentive to any opportunity that the market offers, and a potential signing that is worth analyzing is that of Michael McLeod.

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New Jersey Devils News / Breakaway on SI / September 12

Devils Captain Ready for Massive Season

The New Jersey Devils took a step forward last season. After missing the postseason during the 2023-2024 campaign, the Devils rebounded and returned to the playoffs.

Jack Hughes News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Devils' Jack Hughes Doesn't Hold Back on Possible Brothers Reunion

New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes spoke candidly on Tuesday about his desire to play alongside both of his brothers, calling it an obvious goal for the Hughes family as contract timelines continue to line up.

Cody Glass News / The Hockey Writers / September 10

Devils 2025-26 Player Previews: Cody Glass

Fans are impatiently waiting to see what the upcoming season has in store for the New Jersey Devils. The team is on the hunt for redemption, looking to reach new heights as they set their sights on the Stanley Cup.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 9

Jack Hughes Hints Leaving Devils to Join Brother Quinn and Canucks

New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes revealed he hopes to one day that he’ll get to play with his brother, Quinn Hughes. With rumors out there that Quinn might jump to the New Jersey Devils, Jack seemed to flip the script a little during his NHL Player Media Tour interview, according to Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic.