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The team that plays in Newark came out on top, but was there pressure to get it done?</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:44:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7136,h_4014,x_0,y_165/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kpgy6v1gd323np0yhm.jpg" caption="Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube speaks during an introductory media conference: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Damien Flores"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils rookie Arseny Gritsyuk shares hilarious first impression of NHL</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-rookie-arseny-gritsyuk-shares-hilarious-first-impression-of-nhl?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpez7ghrwm</guid><description>New Jersey Devils rookie Arseny Gritsyuk had jokes about his first season playing in the NHL.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:37:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3051,h_1716,x_0,y_95/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kpez9kfzpdegrxz0gm.jpg" caption="Jan 23, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; New Jersey Devils forward Lenni Hameenaho (29) and forward Arseny Gritsyuk (81) celebrate Hameenaho’s goal against the Vancouver Canucks in the first period at Rogers Arena. 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Sylvanie-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Insider reveals Quinn Hughes decision doomed this Devils executive</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/insider-reveals-quinn-hughes-decision-doomed-this-devils-executive?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6012fpky</guid><description>A notable insider shed some interesting light on the overarching reason behind Tom Fitzgerald&#39;s dismissal by the New Jersey Devils this season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:42:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6953,h_3911,x_679,y_349/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kp603qx218hg9ns47y.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) looks on during the game between the Stars and the Wild at American Airlines Center. 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The New Jersey Devils sent two players down to help them with their race, but one has to go through waivers first. </description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:09:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_191/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kp431md6xh45vaznyb.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils left wing Brian Halonen (48): David Kirouac-Imagn Images | David Kirouac-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The biggest media market in sports has three hockey teams and no playoff games in 2026</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/the-biggest-media-market-in-sports-has-three-hockey-teams-and-no-playoff-games-in-2026?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp25mafdfv</guid><description>The New York Rangers, New York Islanders, and New Jersey Devils came into this season with different levels of expectations this season. 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Many tried to act as if he&#39;s the prime player of the 2019 NHL Draft, but his US NDTP teammate Jack Hughes is still the king of that class. </description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:59:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3546,h_1994,x_0,y_146/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kp22zrp6vwtrmb487x.jpg" caption="Jack Hughes after being selected as the number one overall pick to the New Jersey Devils: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images | Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils should consider poaching new GM from division rival</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-should-consider-poaching-new-gm-from-division-rival?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knzv0pqrz9</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils should pursue a reunion with a rival GM candidate nobody is talking about.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:35:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knzv4phm0wxnf2mphv.jpg" caption="Oct 9, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) celebrates his goal against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The New Jersey Devils might have just ended the Yzerplan</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/the-new-jersey-devils-might-have-just-ended-the-yzerplan?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knzpcvzmad</guid><description>With the New Jersey Devils officially out of the playoff race, they can only play spoiler in their final games. On Saturday night, they ended the Detroit Red Wings quest to return to the postseason, and they might have ended Steve Yzerman&#39;s career.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:34:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4846,h_2725,x_0,y_314/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knzxz0nvnehgk4z91t.jpg" caption="Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images | Eric Bolte-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Once promising Devils prospect has a decision to make after winning a championship</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/once-promising-devils-prospect-has-a-decision-to-make-after-winning-a-championship?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knzgnny3y0</guid><description>New Jersey Devils prospect Samu Salminen has won the NCAA championship with Denver, but an uncertain NHL future awaits.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:54:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6573,h_3697,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knzgq6e9n30z8bgas8.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, UNITED STATES; Denver Pioneers forward Samu Salminen (11) attempts a shot on goal in the first period against the Michigan Wolverines in the semifinals of the NCAA men&#39;s ice hockey Frozen Four at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devils could be eyeing reunion with this GM candidate</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/devils-could-be-eyeing-reunion-with-this-gm-candidate?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kny3wz5xmg</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils could be eyeing a reunion with one potential GM candidate, given some clear links to the organization.</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:53:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1724,h_969,x_377,y_59/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kny42hmswktqk7nhes.jpg" caption="Mar 25, 2010; Newark, NJ, USA; New Jersey Devils right wing Jamie Langenbrunner (15) celebrates after scoring during the third period against the New York Rangers at the Prudential Center. 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Is Fitzgerald&#39;s candidacy for the Nashville Predators GM just another rug pull?</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:44:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4800,h_2700,x_0,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knx3y2bffpzm2p32bc.jpg" caption="Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils make the right decision with Luke Hughes despite having no GM</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-make-the-right-decision-with-luke-hughes-despite-having-no-gm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knsfnk84eh</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils announced on Thursday that Luke Hughes was done for the season. Despite moving forward without essential leadership in place, the team is playing for next season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:16:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_90/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knsfvttq17vrqh4ms9.jpg" caption="Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) and New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43): James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils can&#39;t let potential Tom Fitzgerald replacement go elsewhere</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-can-t-let-potential-tom-fitzgerald-replacement-go-elsewhere?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knr0zxpx10</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils should have this rising general manager candidate at the very top of their list.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:27:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_48/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knsa5590zgbys2ck1q.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils owners David Blitzer and Josh Harris take the ice: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brenden Dillon named New Jersey Devils&#39; Nominee for the Masterton Trophy</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/brenden-dillon-named-new-jersey-devils-nominee-for-the-masterton-trophy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Neil Villapiano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knq463p5kw</guid><description>New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon is the team&#39;s nominee for the Bill Masterton Trophy for perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:58:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3875,h_2179,x_0,y_165/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knq4p4210kynh24aqg.jpg" caption="Dec 21, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA;  New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon (5) celebrates the goal by New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period at Prudential Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devils Leadership group feels responsible for Tom Fitzgerald&#39;s departure</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/devils-leadership-group-feels-responsible-for-tom-fitzgerald-departure?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Vinnie Parise</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmjgc0ckd</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils leadership group feels responsibility for Tom Fitzgerald&#39;s departure. It is on them to get this franchise back on track. </description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:01:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7379,h_4150,x_0,y_385/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knmjkevj5ra60t9w1e.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) and defenseman Luke Hughes (43) and right wing Timo Meier (28) celebrates a goal scored by Meier against the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Vinnie Parise"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The New Jersey Devils are officially eliminated from playoff contention after loss to the Philadelphia Flyers</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/the-new-jersey-devils-are-officially-eliminated-from-playoff-contention-after-loss-to-the-philadelphia-flyers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knn96bpyet</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils were let down by Jacob Markstrom just two days after he posted a shutout, and he is about to be the reason the season is over. 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When the team came together on Tuesday morning for practice, head coach Sheldon Keefe gave an update on his status.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:02:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_196/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knmdamh5et85cw8scv.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Devils GM will oversee one of the most challenging offseasons in recent memory</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-devils-gm-will-oversee-one-of-the-most-challenging-offseasons-in-recent-memory?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knm09syk1b</guid><description>The next New Jersey Devils GM will have to deal with one of the most challenging offseasons in recent memory.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:06:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4995,h_2809,x_0,y_378/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knm0d7ktrm6vs8z03r.jpg" caption="Jan 12, 2020; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils owner Joshua Harris speaks to the media alongside interim general manager Tom Fitzgerald after the Devils and former general manager Ray Shero reached an agreement to part ways prior to the start of the NHL game between the New Jersey Devils and the Tampa Bay Lightning at Prudential Center. 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They have some big tasks ahead of them. </description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:04:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_223/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knk0tj8jr7f745rp0j.jpg" caption="Jan 3, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43),  center Jack Hughes (86) and center Nico Hischier (13) talk during the second period of their game against the Utah Mammoth at Prudential Center. 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There are clear options for who comes next, including Sunny Mehta and Brendan Shanahan. </description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:28:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5232,h_2943,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knjqmpaagegs36xqf3.jpg" caption="May 21, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA;  Toronto Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan speaks during a media conference to introduce new head coach Craig Berube (not shown) at Ford Performance Centre. 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It was a laundry list of mistakes that led to his firing, but these five moves hurt more than anything else. </description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:20:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_81/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knjmkyh6ejrjyr3hny.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom (25): James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The writing was on the wall for Tom Fitzgerald after failed New Jersey Devils season</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/the-writing-was-on-the-wall-for-tom-fitzgerald-after-failed-new-jersey-devils-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knjhvgk6qd</guid><description>The departure of Tom Fitzgerald from the New Jersey Devils is not really much of a surprise for anyone paying attention to the situation.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:59:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2248,h_1264,x_680,y_176/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knjhznj0w7vh5w8epj.jpg" caption="Nov 30, 2021; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils executive vice president/general managerTom Fitzgerald, addresses the media about the contract extension of New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) before the start of the game against the San Jose Sharks at Prudential Center. 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They lost in the fifth round of the shootout when Cody Glass and Lenni Hameenaho couldn&#39;t score when it counted.</description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:23:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3657,h_2057,x_0,y_240/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kndw4px0z7s7sv1pbn.jpg" caption="Montréal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) scores in the penalty shootout against the New Jersey Devils during overtime at Prudential Center: Thomas Salus-Imagn Images | Thomas Salus-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How the New Jersey Devils can win any Simon Nemec trade</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/how-the-new-jersey-devils-can-win-any-simon-nemec-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knbbb7wrd0</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils have a clear path out of the murky Simon Nemec situation if they tread carefully.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:28:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_70/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knbbc8j0n0jfvkebc2.jpg" caption="Mar 29, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) celebrates his goal against the Chicago Blackhawks during the second period at Prudential Center. 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In the process, they might have ruined a Vezina Trophy campaign.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 03:49:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_177/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01knb6vwdhdpkc2rch6v.jpg" caption="Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) makes a save on New Jersey Devils left wing Jesper Bratt (63): Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils stars drop performances we haven&#39;t seen in 20 years</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-stars-drop-performances-we-haven-t-seen-in-20-years?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn8mgyy08r</guid><description>Two New Jersey Devils stars follow in the footsteps of a franchise legend, 20 years later.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:58:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5288,h_2974,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kn8mm1pb8w4gwe98xb.jpg" caption="Jan 16, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  New Jersey Devils forward Jesper Bratt (63) skates with the puck beside forward Jack Hughes (86) against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. 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One WFAN radio host made a claim about Jack Hughes so crazy that he made Tiki Barber the sane one. </description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:43:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2488,h_1399,x_0,y_68/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kn8ewc6p5w4zwd8fy7.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86): Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>And Then There Were None: New Jersey Devils playoff chances move to zero</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/and-then-there-were-none-new-jersey-devils-playoff-chances-move-to-zero?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn6045kvav</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils are done. After hanging on for dear life to their very small chance at the Stanley Cup Playoffs, it&#39;s time to face the music after a loss to the New York Rangers. </description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:49:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5637,h_3170,x_0,y_88/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kn60bdx88jjg2a2yn6.jpg" caption="New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) and New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom (25): Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jacob Markstrom&#39;s rebound control is still a major problem for the New Jersey Devils</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/jacob-markstrom-s-rebound-control-is-still-a-major-problem-for-the-new-jersey-devils?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn38ycz5zs</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils are in a deficit to the New York Rangers because of a bad goal given up by Jacob Markstrom. It&#39;s a problem that he hasn&#39;t solved all season. </description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:55:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_75/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kn3a67hnftxx3wa034.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom (25) smiles: James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jacob Markstrom and Igor Shesterkin  take part in a goalie fight</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/jacob-markstrom-and-igor-shesterkin-take-part-in-a-goalie-fight-01kn3aan01rg?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn3aan01rg</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils didn&#39;t have much to get excited about on Tuesday night with their listless effort against the New York Rangers, but at least we got to see Jacob Markstrom and Igor Shesterkin fight.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:37:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5304,h_2983,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kn3c26c91cpg0mz2qw.jpg" caption="Mar 31, 2026; New York, New York, USA;  New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) takes to the ice for the start of the game against the New Jersey Devils at Madison Square Garden. 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After the Vegas Golden Knights did the same to Bruce Cassidy, everyone is thinking of the &#34;best-case scenario.&#34;</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:34:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3636,h_2045,x_0,y_172/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmzt7rsfjn2s70dy19.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils assistant coach Larry Robinson: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Matthew Knies isn&#39;t the perfect piece for the New Jersey Devils</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/matthew-knies-isnt-the-perfect-piece-for-the-new-jersey-devils?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmyc5dpejk</guid><description>The NHL Trade Deadline ended weeks ago, but the conversations surrounding Matthew Knies and the New Jersey Devils haven&#39;t stopped. The price it would cost to get him might not be worth it. </description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 03:55:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3663,h_2060,x_0,y_414/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmycaf2c69hjdrnp61.jpg" caption="Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23): Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils show tenacity against Chicago Blackhawks</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-show-tenacity-against-chicago-blackhawks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmy77669s9</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils came into the game against the Chicago Blackhawks feeling down after a no-show against the Carolina Hurricanes, but they were dominant from start to finish. </description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:31:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_42/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmy8e2866hwhzxmvmr.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) and New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34): Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils would be smart to consider Bruce Cassidy as next head coach</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-would-be-smart-to-consider-bruce-cassidy-as-next-head-coach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmxrj7a7m2</guid><description>While Sheldon Keefe is still the head coach of the New Jersey Devils, his job is very much in jeopardy. With the Vegas Golden Knights making the most impactful coach on the market available, the Devils must consider Bruce Cassidy.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:59:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2743,h_1542,x_0,y_113/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmxrqp93tb5c3z6d0q.jpg" caption="Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy watches play against the Utah Mammoth: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Fanbase is split on Luke Hughes vs. Simon Nemec for the best young defenseman on the Devils</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/fanbase-is-split-on-luke-hughes-vs-simon-nemec-for-the-best-young-defenseman-on-the-devils?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmxcxdbg7f</guid><description>While it seemed obvious to this writer, the New Jersey Devils fanbase has an interesting take when it comes to Luke Hughes and Simon Nemec.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:50:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_255/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmxd16646t5shfzhjp.jpg" caption="New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43): James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils veteran shares harsh truth about Hurricanes rivalry</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-veteran-shares-harsh-truth-about-hurricanes-rivalry?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmvv7w2cdv</guid><description>One New Jersey Devils forward got real discussing the team&#39;s struggles against the rival Carolina Hurricanes.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:05:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmvvc1sqbyp3fccq43.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) and left wing Jesper Bratt (63) and right wing Connor Brown (16) and right wing Arseny Gritsyuk (81) and defenseman Brenden Dillon (5) celebrates a goal scored by Brown against the Dallas Stars during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New Jersey Devils blew their latest opportunity to make a statement to the NHL</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/new-jersey-devils-blew-their-latest-opportunity-to-make-a-statement-to-the-nhl?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmvsx7tkvr</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils have proven that this hot streak doesn&#39;t mean they&#39;ve achieved liftoff.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:31:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_11/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmvszxk6kr2qqyg5sa.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) gets the shot away against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. 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They still have a long way to go to be a true contender in this league.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:23:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_122/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kmvgjpb409da2pzdrn.jpg" caption="Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Sean Walker (26) and New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) battle: James Guillory-Imagn Images | James Guillory-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Villano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devils may target these veteran defensemen this summer if they trade Dougie Hamilton</title><link>https://pucksandpitchforks.com/devils-may-target-these-veteran-defensemen-this-summer-if-they-trade-dougie-hamilton?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kms58kznka</guid><description>The New Jersey Devils could have two veteran defensemen on their radar this offseason, according to a notable insider.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:34:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4792,h_2695,x_0,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/89/01kms5ard3gk9jfydpz4.jpg" caption="Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. 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