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Nico Hischier is dominating offensively seemingly out of nowhere

The New Jersey Devils are going into the a very important stretch of the season. There are no must wins this early, and we can’t take too much from the way they are playing.

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Workhorse captain Nico Hischier leads the New Jersey Devils by example

Two weeks ago, we called on the snakebitten core-four forwards to start scoring goals , and Nico Hischier gifted us two on the power play with same-day delivery. The team had been understandably disjointed in the early goings; new bodies and new dynamics take time to click.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / October 16

Devils in the Details — 10/16/26: Striking First Edition

Here are your links for today: Nico Hischier responds to becoming the third all-time goal scorer in Devils franchise history: JP Gambatese responded to some early-season knocks on analytics after the Devils started the season without any finish to their game.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / October 12

Devils in the Details — 10/12/26: Early Returns Edition

Here are your links for today: After the Devils beat the Vancouver Canucks with three power play goals, players on the team started to exude more confidence.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 11

4 Takeaways From the Devils’ 4-1 Win Over Canucks

On Saturday, Oct. 10, the New Jersey Devils hosted the Vancouver Canucks for a matinee matchup. Both teams came out with a strong start, with the Canucks scoring on a power-play opportunity five minutes into the first.

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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.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / October 10

Devils’ Nico Hischier Scores 200th NHL Goal

With the 2026-27 season officially underway, the New Jersey Devils already have plenty to celebrate. Timo Meier skated in his 700th NHL game earlier this month, while Jake Allen hit number 500 against the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday afternoon.

New Jersey Devils News / All About The Jersey / October 10

Devils Dominate Canucks in 4-1 Win in Milestone Games for Allen and Hischier

After putting together four good shifts to start the game, the New Jersey Devils took a bad penalty when Anthony Mantha went to the box for hooking in the neutral zone four and a half minutes in.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 10

Nico Hischier scores milestone goal, leads Devils past Canucks

Nico Hischier scored twice on the power play, including his 200th career goal, and the New Jersey Devils rallied to beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 on Saturday afternoon in Newark, N.J.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / October 6

Nico Hischier's slips on ESPN's Top 100 showing how underrated he's become

ESPN recently published an article titled "NHL Rank: Predictions for the Top 100 Players for 2026-27." This list included three players from the New Jersey Devils, with Nico Hischier standing out at 54th place.

New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / September 30

Devils' usage of Cody Glass might alleviate some of Nico Hischier's defensive responsibility

For a number of seasons, New Jersey Devils' captain Nico Hischier has been subject to some of the most difficult deployment in the entire National Hockey League.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 7

Nico Hischier Only Wanted To Remain With Devils

Approaching the final season of his seven-year, $50.75MM extension with the New Jersey Devils, few would have faulted captain Nico Hischier for assessing his options and playing out the final year without an extension in place, or even with a new club.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

NHL Rumors: Hellebuyck Replacements, Hughes Concern, Hischier Speaks

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Nico Hischier reveals why he chose to sign an extension with the New Jersey Devils, citing loyalty as a driving factor. Meanwhile, Minnesota Wild Bill Guerin spoke with the media on Monday, and his comments on Quinn Hughes have some concerned.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

Devils News & Rumors: Hischier Cracks Top 50 Players, 2026-27 Broadcast Schedule, & More

Now that the calendar has flipped to September, the countdown to Devils hockey is almost over. Rookies will make their way to training camp on Sept. 11, with veterans reporting on Sept.

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Devils' Nico Hischier helps save family in distress in Switzerland

One of the NHL’s most respected leaders made a selfless act over the weekend.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 2

Five best signings from first day of 2026 NHL free agency

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New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Devils sign Nico Hischier to five-year extension

New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier became eligible to sign a contract extension at noon on Wednesday, and he and the team wasted little time in putting pen to paper.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Nico Hischier, Devils Nearing Five-Year Extension

The ongoing extension negotiations between the New Jersey Devils and Nico Hischier are expected to conclude today. According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the Devils are nearing a five-year, $60MM extension with their captain.

New Jersey Devils News / NHL Rumors / June 19

Nico Hischier Extension Talks, and Offer Sheet Targets and Who Could Send One

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Signs are pointing towards Nico Hischier signing a contract extension with the New Jersey Devils after July 1st. There is still work to do, but sides are working to get it done.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Updates on Hischier, Gritsyuk From Devils GM Sunny Metha

According to Devils General Manager Sunny Metha, the Devils should feel encouraged about two key players regarding their futures in New Jersey. Metha, at a season ticket holder Q&A event, was asked for an update on the status of both Nico Hischier and Arseny Gritsyuk and where their extensions were at between both the team and player camps.

New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / June 10

What will the Devils do with Nico Hischier?

The New Jersey Devils find themselves in an interesting spot with Nico Hischier. On one hand, the captain has been a staple on the team for the last nine seasons, and a big reason why the Devils are an imposing threat is the one-two punch they have down the middle with him and Jack Hughes.

NHL 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.

NHL 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.