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Connor Hellebuyck News / Field Level Media / October 27

Connor Hellebuyck wins Devils debut, stopping 16 saves to beat Stars

The Connor Hellebuyck era began with a win for the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, as the recently acquired star goaltender stopped 16 shots in a 5-1 victory over the host Dallas Stars.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Yardbarker / October 27

Connor Hellebuyck wastes no time, almost has shutout in electric Devils debut

The Devils were able to prosper in Hellebuyck's sparkling debut, and if they can continue to limit the opposition and stand tall offensively with him in net, they have a good chance to win the Metropolitan Division.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Remi Poirier News / Pucks and Pitchforks / October 27

No longer the new guy, Remi Poirier clearly needs a more defined role in net

The New Jersey Devils made a surprising move right before the season started. They claimed goalie Remi Poirier off waivers from the Dallas Stars. And that was the last time we got a significant update about Poirier’s status with the Devils.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / October 27

Devils have easy cap-clearing move in the chamber if they so choose

With their acquisition of Connor Hellebuyck -- which was perfectly timed, given the cap implications of his Winnipeg Jets-initiated suspension -- the New Jersey Devils are just a shade under the NHL salary cap.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / October 27

Former New Jersey Devils player calls recent benching a 'compliment'

The New Jersey Devils revamped their bottom six this offseason, one of Sunny Mehta’s most important moves. He made sure that the team that was out every night last year was not the one that hit the ice this season.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Devils’ Gameday Preview: Connor Hellebuyck Set to Make His Debut

On Tuesday, Oct. 27, the New Jersey Devils will begin their three-game road trip in Dallas, facing off against the Stars in the first matchup of a back-to-back.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Field Level Media / October 27

Connor Hellebuyck to make Devils' debut vs. Stars

Connor Hellebuyck will make his debut with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday when he starts against the Dallas Stars, head coach Sheldon Keefe announced.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / October 27

Connor Hellebuyck Wasting No Time, Making Debut for the Devils

Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck isn’t dipping his toes into his NHL return. The newest member of the New Jersey Devils will be making his debut on Tuesday night as the Devils take on the Dallas Stars.

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New Jersey Devils News / The Lead / October 27

Will Hellebuyck Lure Quinn Hughes to the Devils?

This past weekend, the Connor Hellebuyck saga finally ended. The Jets traded Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils. The blockbuster trade happened Friday morning, after Hellebuyck’s suspension ended and he was set to return to the Jets.

Amadeus Lombardi News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Devils’ Amadeus Lombardi’s NHL Career Off to a Great Start

The New Jersey Devils made some interesting offseason moves to get a stronger, more offensive forward team heading into the 2026-27 season. They traded Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers in exchange for three forwards, Ben Steeves, Evan Rodrigues, and Jesper Boqvist.

New Jersey Devils News / Field Level Media / October 26

Connor Hellebuyck trade adds intrigue as Devils visit Stars

The New Jersey Devils visit the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night at a pivotal time for their franchise. On Friday, the Devils acquired star goaltender and Team USA Olympic champion Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 26

Devils’ Connor Hellebuyck ready to roll after Jets trade, but will he debut vs. Stars?

On Monday morning, Connor Hellebuyck practiced with the New Jersey Devils for the first time since Friday’s trade from the Winnipeg Jets — and although he’s been a member of the team for only 72 hours, he’s already itching to get between the pipes.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Are the Devils Stanley Cup contenders with Connor Hellebuyck?

The New Jersey Devils and their front office led by new general manager Sunny Mehta made the biggest of splashes last Friday when they came somewhat out of left field to acquire three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 24

Devils Dethrone Kings in Saturday Matinee

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-1 on Saturday afternoon at the Prudential Center. In the immediate aftermath of Friday’s blockbuster trade to acquire Connor Hellebuyck, the Devils weren’t sharp out of the gate, struggling to get going in the first.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 24

Devils limit Kings to 13 shots, register third consecutive win

Arseny Gritsyuk scored for the fifth straight game to help the New Jersey Devils seal a 3-1 win against Los Angeles Kings on Saturday afternoon in Newark, N.J.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / October 23

The New Jersey Devils Could Still be in on Dylan Larkin and Quinn Hughes

The New Jersey Devils trading for Connor Hellebuyck may not take them out of the running for Dylan Larkin or Quinn Hughes Daily Faceoff: Even after acquiring Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets, could the New Jersey Devils still be in on Detroit Red Wings Dylan Larkin, and maybe eventually Quinn Hughes?

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

The Devils May Need To Make A Goaltending Upgrade

The New Jersey Devils have the offensive talent to compete with nearly any team in the Eastern Conference, and perhaps the NHL. Their core centers on Jack Hughes, Luke Hughes, Nico Hischier, Jesper Bratt, and, to a lesser extent, Timo Meier.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / October 21

NHL Rumors: Devils could be moving defenseman Brenden Dillon, and it is revealed New Jersey is on one of 10 teams on the Dylan Larkin trade list

Are the New Jersey Devils looking to make a move on their blueline? Well, with defenseman Brenden Dillon not playing the last four games, he could be the odd man out, especially given how they are deploying Johnathan Kovacevic and Declan Chisholm.

New Jersey Devils News / Yardbarker / October 21

Devils, Jake Allen outlast Avalanche on special night

The New Jersey Devils made it Jake Allen's night and earned a big win in the process.

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New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Devils Activate Connor Brown; Reassign Stefan Noesen

The New Jersey Devils are swapping out middle-six wingers. According to a team announcement, the Devils activated Connor Brown from the injured reserve.

Jack Hughes News / Yardbarker / October 14