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The Devils didn’t waste much time filling the roster spot created by their assigning of Nico Daws back to AHL Utica earlier on Sunday.

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Devils Re-Assign Nico Daws, Recall Seamus Casey

The New Jersey Devils have announced several roster transactions, following their 4-3 overtime win against the Colorado Avalanche. Goaltender Nico Daws has been re-assigned to the American Hockey League (AHL), and defenseman Seamus Casey has been recalled from the Utica Comets. It was only a matter of time before Daws made his return to the AHL.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

Devils News & Rumors: Daws & Waivers Rules, Injury Updates, Win Streak

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 22

Devils stay red hot, tame Wild for sixth-straight win

Nico Daws made 29 saves in his season debut to help the New Jersey Devils extend their winning streak to six games in a 4-1 victory over the visiting Minnesota Wild in Newark.

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

Devils Turn to Allen and Daws as Goaltending Tandem with Markstrom Sidelined

Already this season, the New Jersey Devils will have to rely on their goaltending depth. With Jacob Markstrom sidelined for the next couple of weeks due to an injury sustained against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday, the Devils will call on Jake Allen and Nico Daws to handle the crease for the foreseeable future.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 15

Devils place Zack MacEwen on injured reserve, recall Nico Daws

The Devils announced they’ve placed winger Zack MacEwen on injured reserve with the previously reported undisclosed injury that has him out indefinitely.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Devils Dodge Bullet as Nico Daws Goes Unclaimed

At around 2:00 PM EDT on Sunday, the New Jersey Devils announced that 24-year-old goaltender Nico Daws was placed on waivers with the intent of assigning him to the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League (AHL).

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 5

Nico Daws & More Placed on Waivers, 5 Devils Skaters Clear

Yesterday, the New Jersey Devils placed five players on waivers with the intention to assign them to the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League (AHL): forwards Angus Crookshank, Thomas Bordeleau, Brian Halonen, Zack MacEwen and defenseman Colton White.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / October 5

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NHL News / Hockey Latest / August 19

Oilers Urged to Pursue Devils' Top Young Goalie in Major Trade Move

The Oilers are being urged by The Hockey News to consider acquiring top Devils goalie prospect Nico Daws so that they can solidify their crease for the future.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Nico Daws Has a Place on the Devils Roster…For Now

Now that the New Jersey Devils have re-signed Jake Allen, it’s safe to say that their goaltending tandem is locked in for the upcoming season, with Jacob Markstrom as their starter and Allen backing him up.

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New Jersey Devils News / House of Hockey / July 20

New Jersey Devils May Be Forced to Trade Young Goaltender

The New Jersey Devils have a good chance to push for a Stanley Cup Playoffs appearance in 2025/26, but their roster may force them to trade Nico Daws.

Edmonton Oilers News / House of Hockey / July 16

Edmonton Oilers Insider Links Two Young Goalies as Possible Targets

The Edmonton Oilers are looking to make some type of change in net, and now a top Insider has linked them to Michael DiPietro and Nico Daws as waiver options.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / June 7

Devils Should Make Nico Daws Full-Time Backup in 2025-26

There’s no question that the pressure is on general manager Tom Fitzgerald to make the right moves for the New Jersey Devils this offseason. As they head into another year of “win now” mode, they have still yet to get past the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (2023).

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Red Wings top playoff-bound Devils to continue strong finish

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Devils re-sign Nico Daws to two-year, $812,500 AAV contract

One of the top netminding prospects out east is sticking around for a couple more years. On Tuesday, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald announced the team has re-signed goaltender Nico Daws to a two-year, two-way contract.

New Jersey Devils News / Full Press Hockey / July 29, 2024

All Signs Point to a Bridge Deal for Dawson Mercer in New Jersey

The dog days of summer are here in the National Hockey League. However, there are still restricted free agents that need to be signed. Before the 2024 NHL Draft, the New Jersey Devils qualified their five restricted free agents, including Dawson Mercer.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 13, 2024

Devils: Nico Daws’ masterclass vs. Kraken draws rave Jack Hughes review

The New Jersey Devils have notoriously gotten below-average goaltending throughout the 2023-24 season, with starter Vitek Vanecek struggling for long stretches of the campaign.

New Jersey Devils News / Last Word On Sports / January 16, 2024

New Jersey Devils Stock Up/Stock Down: The Daws of Life Edition

It’s strange times in New Jersey for the Devils. Better put, it’s strange times in Florida and Boston for the Devils. Since our last stock up/stock down, the New Jersey Devils embarked on a three-game road trip.

New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / January 15, 2024

Devils Takeaways: Devils Discipline Spoils Daws Brilliance in Shutout Loss to Bruins

The New Jersey Devils wasted a brilliant effort by goaltender Nico Daws. The 23-year-old goaltender did all he could to fight off the Boston Bruins, however, a lack of creativity and untimely penalties from the team in front of Daws ultimately ended in New Jersey’s defeat.

New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / December 29, 2023

Devils Goaltender Nico Daws says ‘Best I’ve Ever Felt’ Post-Surgery

The goal has always been the same for New Jersey Devils goaltender, Nico Daws. Claim the job in New Jersey’s crease. Feeling the best he’s ever felt, he now has the opportunity to do so.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 27, 2023

Devils recall promising goaltender

The Devils recalled goaltender Nico Daws from the AHL’s Utica Comets Wednesday morning.

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New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / December 17, 2023

Devils Recall Goaltender Nico Daws

Newark — Well, color us surprised. The New Jersey Devils recalled goaltender Nico Daws on Sunday night, the team announced. Daws (22) recently returned to game action with the Utica Comets after undergoing hip surgery this summer that held him out of action for six months.