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On paper, the Devils' defense group isn't quite as excellent as some were hoping. There are some reasonable questions about their ability to move the puck

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 29

Devils Need to Reunite Siegenthaler and Kovacevic in 2026-27

It’s no secret that the New Jersey Devils are gearing up for their biggest comeback yet. A whirlwind of changes throughout the offseason indicate that the team is on the right track, as the excitement for training camp continues.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 Report Cards: Johnathan Kovacevic

The New Jersey Devils’ 2025-26 season ended more abruptly than the team would have liked. They missed the postseason and had a final record of 42-37-3.

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Devils rumors: Johnathan Kovacevic gets brutally honest on future ahead of NHL trade deadline

Eyes are on the New Jersey Devils ahead of the NHL trade deadline, as they are expected to sell. This season has not gone to plan in Newark, leading to a lot of names in the rumor mill.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 24

Why the Oilers should steer clear of Rasmus Ristolainen

The Edmonton Oilers’ addition of Paul Coffey back onto their coaching staff is a clear signal that they do not trust their blueline. It really is as simple as that.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 11

Devils Activate Evgenii Dadonov, Johnathan Kovacevic From Injured Reserve

Ahead of their matinee action this afternoon in Winnipeg, the New Jersey Devils announced that forward Evgenii Dadonov and defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic have been activated off injured reserve. During what has become a tumultuous time in Newark of late, the news comes as not much of a surprise.

Winnipeg Jets News / Yardbarker / December 5

Multiple teams need reinforcements amid major injuries in NHL

Major injuries have been piling up across the NHL this season. Some have been more impactful than others. How should general managers respond?

Capitals turn to food writer to serve as emergency backup goalie vs. Ducks

Senators' Shane Pinto has no timeline for return after suffering injury

Golden Knights' Akira Schmid stops 24 shots as Vegas shuts out Devils

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2026 NHL Draft: Which prospects are in the running for first overall?

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / August 27, 2025

Devils in the Details – 8/27/25: Camp Battles Edition

Here are your links for today: “Camp battles are one of the most interesting aspects of NHL preseasons and training camps. The New Jersey Devils don’t have many spots up for grabs heading into camp in a few weeks, but there should be a couple for some of their younger players to battle for.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / August 18, 2025

Devils in the Details – 8/18/25: Another Step Edition

Here are your links for today: Can Jack Hughes remain healthy? Who replaces injured defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic to begin the season? Are there any players expected to make their NHL debut and remain with the team all season out of training camp?

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 16, 2025

Players who could start the season on LTIR

While only a handful of teams project to need cap relief via long-term injured reserve to open the season, multiple candidates across the league might technically qualify for a placement.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

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.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / August 8, 2025

Devils in the Details – 8/8/25: Golden Chance Edition

Here are your links for today: “Johnathan Kovacevic’s absence should present Šimon Nemec with a golden chance to earn an NHL roster spot to begin 2025-26.” [Devils on the Rush] A deep dive into each team’s cap situation: Which teams spend their money most wisely?

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 9, 2025

Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb exits game in OT

Mike Morreale: New Jersey Devils defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic had knee surgery yesterday and won’t be ready for the start of training camp. James Nichols: Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald said that forward Jesper Bratt has been dealing with a shoulder issue for multiple seasons.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / May 8, 2025

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

New Jersey Devils defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic underwent knee surgery Thursday and will not be ready to return in time for training camp next season, Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald confirmed per team broadcaster Bill Spaulding.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 5, 2025

Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey departs Sunday's game with undisclosed injury

Taylor Baird of NHL.com: The Dallas Stars could get defenseman Miro Heiskanen and forward Jason Robertson back at some point in the second round, but it’s not certain, according to coach Pete DeBoer.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 1, 2025

Devils’ Johnathan Kovacevic to undergo knee surgery

In the wake of their elimination from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, many New Jersey Devils are beginning to reveal the injuries they were playing through.

New Jersey Devils News / Blade of Steel / March 24, 2025

Devils' Johnathan Kovacevic Responds to Sheldon Keefe's Criticism in Major Way

Just days after being called out by Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe, defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic came through with a key defensive play on Monday against the Canucks.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / March 24, 2025

Was Devils’ Sheldon Keefe out of line for his comments about Johnathan Kovacevic?

Over the weekend, New Jersey Devils blueliner Johnathan Kovacevic answered a question about the team’s struggles and what they need to do to get back on the right foot with the playoffs on the horizon.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / March 23, 2025

NHL Rumours: Kovacevic, Keefe, Devils, Maroon, Blues, Wild

In today’s NHL rumours rundown, Sheldon Keefe had a very blunt response to Johnathan Kovacevic‘s seemingly innocent comments about a playoff mindset. Elsewhere, Pat Maroon announced that he is going to retire at the end of the season, and was given a very passionate ovation from the fans in St.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7, 2025

Devils sign Johnathan Kovacevic to five-year extension

The Devils have signed an extension with pending UFA defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports.

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New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / December 18, 2024

Devils Difficult Decision Looms as Result of Kovacevic Play

Life for the New Jersey Devils with Johnathan Kovacevic in it has been nothing short of immaculate. What was once a low-cost, depth trade has become a pillar to the Devils defensive core and one-half of one of the best defensive pairings in the National Hockey League.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 28, 2024

Ironic: Johnathan Kovacevic is exactly what the Canadiens need

It’s amazing how time changes things. This summer, the Canadiens traded Johnathan Kovacevic because of congestion on the blue line. And he’s exactly what the Canadiens need right now.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30, 2024

Devils acquire Johnathan Kovacevic from Canadiens for pick

After being claimed from the Jets organization shortly before the 2022-23 NHL season, Kovacevic quickly became a flexible defenseman in Montreal.

Devils trade defenseman John Marino to Utah

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 20, 2024

Johnathan Kovacevic: French lessons out of respect for Quebec culture

When you ask a Canadiens fan who his favorite player is, it would be surprising to hear Johnathan Kovacevic as an answer. Still, it’s impossible to dislike this player, as much for his performances on the ice as for his work off it.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 1, 2024

Watch: Canadiens score one of the weirdest goals of season

Watch: Canadiens score one of the weirdest goals of NHL season

The Canadiens lost, 4-3, to the Lightning on Sunday night, but they at least get the honor of scoring what might be the weirdest goal of the NHL season so far.

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