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Veteran Winger Takes His Talents Overseas After 14-Year NHL Career

One of the New Jersey Devils‘ pending UFAs has already decided where he will play next season. Tomas Tatar has signed a two-year contract to play overseas next season.

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900-Game NHL Veteran Signs Multi-Year Deal Overseas

Former New Jersey Devils forward Tomas Tatar, who just completed his 2nd tour of duty with the club, is returning overseas and has signed a 2 year deal with EV Zug in Switzerland.

Tomas Tatar News / The Hockey Writers / May 27

Devils’ Tomas Tatar Signs in Switzerland

As a pending free agent from the New Jersey Devils, Slovak forward Tomas Tatar inked a two-year deal with EV Zug of the Swiss National League, the team reported on its official site.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / May 27

Devils hire Brad Shaw as assistant coach

A former NHLer and short-term head coach has found a new home. On Tuesday, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald announced the team has hired Brad Shaw as an assistant coach.

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Tomas Tatar News / Daily Faceoff / May 27

Former NHLer Tomas Tatar signs with Switzerland’s EV Zug

A longtime presence in the National Hockey League is heading overseas. On his own Instagram, forward Tomas Tatar announced he has signed a two-year contract with EV Zug of the National League in Switzerland.

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Every Conn Smythe winner in NHL history

The ultimate goal of any NHL player is to hoist the Stanley Cup. However, there is another trophy that is pretty great to lift when the playoffs end. We’re talking about the Conn Smythe Trophy, which goes to the postseason’s most valuable player.

Tomas Tatar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Tomas Tatar Signs Two-Year Deal With Switzerland’s EV Zug

After 14 years, Tomas Tatar’s NHL career has likely drawn to a close. The pending unrestricted free agent winger has signed a two-year contract with EV Zug of the Swiss National League, the club announced.

Jake Allen News / Daily Faceoff / May 27

Jake Allen is one of the NHL’s most coveted UFA goaltenders this summer

The goaltending market in free agency isn’t looking to be all that strong, with only four goalies who played more than 30 games and had a save percentage above .900.

Timo Meier News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

Devils’ Timo Meier Offensively Dominant at 2025 Worlds

The New Jersey Devils dominated at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. The club had three players representing their home country in the semifinals: Jacob Markstrom, Jonas Siegenthaler, and Timo Meier.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

Recapping New Jersey Devils’ Performances at the 2025 World Championships

For the last few weeks, some New Jersey Devils players had the honor of participating at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

5 Fastest New Jersey Devils From the 2024-25 Season

In the constantly evolving world of analytics, the National Hockey League (NHL) released a service called NHL EDGE, which gives an in-depth look at numbers previously unavailable to the public.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 21

Devils expected to hire ex-Flyers interim HC Brad Shaw

The Devils are expected to hire former Flyers associate/interim head coach Brad Shaw in some capacity, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports. He’ll likely serve as Sheldon Keefe’s top assistant instead of landing any of the four remaining head coach vacancies around the league.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20

3 Devils trade targets after Hurricanes series loss

It was a disappointing end to the season for the New Jersey Devils, as the Devils were eliminated in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Devils had clear needs to fix roster holes at the end of the year.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

Devils’ Targets for First 3 Picks in 2025 NHL Draft

The 2025 NHL Draft will begin on June 27th, but the New Jersey Devils will have to wait until the 28th as they don’t have a first round pick. They possess two second round picks, a third, a fourth and two sixths.

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Devils 2025 NHL Draft Target: Adam Benák

The New Jersey Devils will make two selections in the second round of the 2025 NHL Draft, with the 50th and 64th picks at their disposal. The team traded their initial first-round pick last year, along with defenseman Kevin Bahl, to the Calgary Flames for Jacob Markstrom.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18

3 Devils trade candidates after Hurricanes series loss

The New Jersey Devils lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. That sets up a massive offseason for Tom Fitzgerald and the rest of the front office.

Nico Hischier News / House of Hockey / May 17

Devils Captain Nico Hischier Suffers Painful Injury: Will Not Return to World Championship

After the Devils' elimination from the postseason, Nico Hischier represented Switzerland in the 2025 IIHF World Championship, but has since gotten hurt.

Nico Hischier News / Daily Faceoff / May 16

Devils’ Nico Hischier to miss remainder of 2025 World Championship with injury

Switzerland forward Nico Hischier will miss the remainder of the 2025 World Championship with a muscular injury, but the New Jersey Devils can confirm there are no long-term concerns and the move is precautionary, according to Devils reporter Amanda Stein.

Nico Hischier News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Update on Devils’ Nico Hischier’s Injury Appears Optimistic

On Thursday, New Jersey Devils‘ captain Nico Hischier went down with an injury at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships. The Swiss forward got tangled up with German player and Edmonton Oilers prospect Joshua Samanski in the first period and did not return for the remainder of the contest.

New Jersey Devils News / House of Hockey / May 14

New Jersey Devils Reportedly Desperate to Move $30M Forward

Despite many injuries to key players, the New Jersey Devils were able to build on their strong start to the season to clinch a playoff spot. However, as most expected, the Carolina Hurricanes beat them, putting an end to their playoff run after only five games.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Devils Should Trade Up for Nathan Behm in 2025 NHL Draft

The New Jersey Devils are about to head into a Draft that’s considered one of the weakest classes in recent memory. To make matters worse, they don’t even have a first-round pick, granted they gave it up for Jacob Markstrom who was stellar in 2024-25.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

5 Free Agents the Devils Should Target This Offseason

At Thursday’s press conference, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald told the media that big changes are coming. He, alongside head coach Sheldon Keefe, discussed what went wrong this season and how to address their shortcomings.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / May 10

Quinn Hughes' future in Vancouver clear as insider drops bombshell

An insider dropped a bombshell that revealed clarity on Quinn Hughes' situation with the Vancouver Canucks.

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Devils part ways with multiple coaches

Following a first-round exit at the hands of Carolina, the Devils are making some changes to their coaching staff.

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Devils’ Johnathan Kovacevic undergoes knee surgery, won’t be ready for training camp

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New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / May 10

NHL Rumors: New Jersey Devils Will Make Major Roster Upgrades This Offseason

The New Jersey Devils held their final media availability of the season with President and General Manager Tom Fitzgerald and head coach Sheldon Keefe.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Trade Talk / May 8

Same Group 'Won’t Be Coming Back,' Says Devils GM

New Jersey Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald told the media on Thursday, “We won’t be coming back with the same group. Because it was just not good enough.” Unhappy with the club’s finish to the season and injury to Jack Hughes, Fitzgerald noted, “I like our group.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / May 6

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.

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