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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.

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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.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / June 8

Devils in the Details – 6/8/26: Clearing Room Edition

Here are your links for today: “The New Jersey Devils need to make some changes this offseason, but they will have to clear some cap space to do so. General manager Sunny Mehta will enter the offseason with $13.125 million in cap space, and that’s without a contract extension for Arseny Gritsyuk.

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.

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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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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.

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.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 4

New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 Report Cards: Jesper Bratt

The New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 season was a whirlwind of unpredictability, featuring no shortage of injuries, instability, and scoring slumps. Despite making a decent push at the very end of the season, they were unable to secure a postseason spot.

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.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 3

3 Biggest Questions Facing the New Jersey Devils This Summer

The New Jersey Devils entered the 2026 offseason at a crossroads. After a frustrating campaign that failed to meet expectations despite a roster built around elite talent like Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, and Nico Hischier, the organization has already undergone significant change behind the scenes.

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 / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Devils Sign Anton Silayev to an Entry-Level Contract

Earlier today, New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta announced that the organization has signed defenseman Anton Silayev to a three-year, entry-level contract.

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Anton Silayev News / Daily Faceoff / June 1

Devils sign top defensive prospect Anton Silayev to entry-level contract

The New Jersey Devils announced on Monday that they have signed top defensive prospect Anton Silayev to a three-year, entry-level contract. Silayev spent the entirety of the 2025-26 regular season, as he did the prior two years, playing with Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod of the KHL.

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).

Anton Silayev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30

Devils Expected To Sign Anton Silayev

The New Jersey Devils will have one more first-round pick in their system next season. Defenseman Anton Silayev is expected to sign his entry-level contract following his third season in Russia’s KHL per Artur Khairullin of Russian news site Sport-Express.

Claude Lemieux News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 29

Devils great Ken Daneyko pays touching tribute to Claude Lemieux after passing

The NHL world is mourning the passing of four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux, who tragically died by an apparent suicide at the age of 60 earlier this week.

Timo Meier News / Daily Faceoff / May 29

Devils’ Timo Meier suspended for World Championship semifinal for kneeing

A potentially costly penalty for the host nation. On Friday, the International Ice Hockey Federation announced that Switzerland forward Timo Meier has been suspended one game for kneeing Sweden forward Oskar Sundqvist.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 25

Bruins and Devils Linked in Potential Blue Line Blockbuster Trade

The Boston Bruins are exploring significant changes on their blue line this offseason, and New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec has emerged as a prime target, according to multiple reports.

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 / Ball Exclusives / May 20

New Jersey Devils to retain Sheldon Keefe as head coach

Newly hired general manager Sunny Mehta announced changes to the New Jersey Devils coaching staff yesterday, but the team will stick with Sheldon Keefe as the head coach.

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.