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New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 Report Cards: Paul Cotter

The New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 season ended suddenly, as the team missed the postseason with a 42-37-3 record. After a commanding start, the Devils collapsed upon their return from the Olympic break, missing the playoffs.

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Devils rumors: The AAV on Nico Hischier’s next contract, per Insider

In disappointing fashion, the New Jersey Devils failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, bringing into question the kind of moves that new general manager Sunny Mehta would have to make in order to ensure his club could start making postseason runs again in short order.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

3 Crucial Contract Decisions the Devils Face This Offseason

The New Jersey Devils are in store for an eventful offseason. After a discouraging 2025-26 campaign, it became clear that their current system is no longer working.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 12

Devils in the Details – 6/12/26: Medium Term Edition

Here are your links for today: A Nico thought: Sunny speaks: “There’s no doubt the 2025-26 season was a disappointment for the New Jersey Devils, but with that should come change, unlike last offseason.

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New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Updates on Hischier, Gritsyuk From Devils GM Sunny Metha

According to Devils General Manager Sunny Metha, the Devils should feel encouraged about two key players regarding their futures in New Jersey. Metha, at a season ticket holder Q&A event, was asked for an update on the status of both Nico Hischier and Arseny Gritsyuk and where their extensions were at between both the team and player camps.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Nico Hischier News / Daily Faceoff / June 10

What will the Devils do with Nico Hischier?

The New Jersey Devils find themselves in an interesting spot with Nico Hischier. On one hand, the captain has been a staple on the team for the last nine seasons, and a big reason why the Devils are an imposing threat is the one-two punch they have down the middle with him and Jack Hughes.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 10

Bold Predictions for the 2026-27 New Jersey Devils

After another disappointing campaign that ended well short of Stanley Cup expectations, the New Jersey Devils began the offseason by reshaping their leadership structure, hiring new general manager Sunny Mehta.

New Jersey Devils News / Field Level Media / June 10

Sceptres hire Pascal Rheaume as new head coach

The Toronto Sceptres named Stanley Cup winner Pascal Rheaume as their new head coach on Wednesday. Rheaume, 52, most recently was an assistant coach with the AHL's Bridgeport Islanders for the last two seasons.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 10

Sceptres hire Stanley Cup champion Pascal Rheaume as new head coach

A new face is ready to step behind the bench in The Six. On Thursday, the Toronto Sceptres announced that the team has hired Pascal Rheaume as the second head coach in franchise history.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8

Free Agent Focus: New Jersey Devils

Free agency is now less than a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Nico Hischier News / The Sick Podcast / June 8

Habs Trade Target: Nico Hischier

In terms of potential 2nd line centres that could be moved this summer, there likely isn’t a more fitting one for the Montreal Canadiens than New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 8

6 Draft Targets for Devils’ 2026 First & Second-Round Picks

The New Jersey Devils are entering a critical offseason after they were unable to catch up in the Metropolitan Division point race. Now, the team will have something to prove heading into 2026-27 under new general manager Sunny Mehta.

Nico Hischier News / Professor Press Box / June 7

Could Nico Hischier Actually End Up with the Canadiens?

On the surface, it still looks like business as usual in New Jersey. Nico Hischier, the captain of the Devils, is extension-eligible; his cap hit is set to rise under his current deal, and most around the league still assume a long-term extension gets done.

Nico Hischier News / NHL Trade Talk / June 6

Canadiens Willing to Pay 'Real Price' for Devils Nico Hischier

Expect the Montreal Canadiens to push hard if center Nico Hischier officially becomes available on the trade market. Deemed a “perfect fit” for what Montreal needs, it sounds like an already aggressive team is willing to get extremely aggressive for the right player.

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New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / June 6

NHL Rumors: Nico Hischier’s Agent on a Contract Extension

Puck Pedia Hockey Show: Allain Roy, Nico Hischier‘s agent, on where things are at. He’s eligible for a contract extension after July 1st. Keith Kavanaugh: “Nico Hischier, one of your top clients, is eligible for an extension starting on July 1st.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 5

New Jersey Devils’ Top 10 Moments From the 2025-26 Season

The 2025-26 season did not end the way the New Jersey Devils had hoped, but there are some memorable moments worth revisiting. From breakout performances and dramatic comebacks to rivalry victories and individual milestones, the Devils showcased both their talent and potential.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5

Devils rumors: Productive New Jersey rookie looking for long-term extension

The New Jersey Devils have some decisions to make this offseason, including which players to consider signing. Now, there are reports that a Devils’ rookie will be looking for a long-term contract extension this offseason, according to James Nichols of Sportsnaut.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4

Devils’ Arseny Gritsyuk Seeking Multi-Year Extension

According to a report from James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey Now, New Jersey Devils winger Arseny Gritsyuk is seeking a multi-year extension with the club.

Patrik Elias News / Daily Faceoff / June 3

Patrik Elias hired as GM of Czech men’s national team

Former New Jersey Devils captain and two-time Stanley Cup champion Patrik Elias has been named the general manager of the Czech men’s national team. The Czech Ice Hockey Federation announced the appointment in a media release on Wednesday, along with the detail that Elias will serve in the role on a two-year contract.

Case McCarthy News / Inside The Rink / June 1

ECHL: Case McCarthy Heads Overseas

Worcester Railers defenseman Case McCarthy is heading overseas to Norway to join the Stavanger Oilers after spending his first three seasons in North America.

Anton Silayev News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 31

Devils expected to sign former first-round pick to entry-level contract

The New Jersey Devils are expected to add another first-round selection to their prospect pipeline, with defenseman Anton Silayev projected to sign his entry-level contract following the completion of his third season in Russia’s Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).

Sheldon Keefe News / The Lead / May 22

Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe Is On the Hot Seat

Sheldon Keefe will officially return as Head Coach of the New Jersey Devils heading into the 2026-27 season, as confirmed by insider Elliotte Friedman on Tuesday.

New Jersey Devils News / Inside The Rink / May 22

ECHL: Adirondack Thunder and New Jersey Devils Extend Affiliation Agreement for 2026-27 Season

The Adirondack Thunder and New Jersey Devils have announced that they’ve extended their affiliation agreement for the 2026-27 season. This comes after as the two sides agreed to the mutual option for the third year of a three-year deal between the two sides.

Simon Nemec News / NHL Rumors / May 21

Did Simon Nemec Request a Trade or Not?

Simon Cop: From a Slovak report – A source for Demmikn.sk reported that the New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec requested a trade. It was also noted that the Devils GM Sunny Mehta hasn’t spoken with Nemec, nor sent him a contract extension offer.

Sheldon Keefe News / Field Level Media / May 19

Report: Sheldon Keefe to return as Devils coach

New Jersey Devils coach Sheldon Keefe will remain behind the bench, according to multiple reports on Tuesday. The club announced that goaltending coach Dave Rogalski was relieved of his duties and they will re-assign assistant coach Sergei Brylin within the organization.