We’re back on the ice today with the New Jersey Devils hitting the sheet for morning skate at 10:30 A.M., […]
We’re back on the ice today with the New Jersey Devils hitting the sheet for morning skate at 10:30 A.M., before puck drop at 7:00 P.M.
A lot of yesterday’s oxygen was taken up by the start of the World Junior Championships. And for good reason, the opening games were extremely entertaining. However, there’s a lot going on with the Devils that we’ll need to focus in on.
More on the Devils’ near future, and an insightful interview below you won’t want to miss.
Plus, some league-wide trade discussion.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
Devils Rink Report: Yesterday, we had former Florida Panthers AGM, Steve Werier on the show. He shed light on the salary cap conundrum the Devils are in, and the perception of Tom Fitzgerald and the job he’s done thus far.
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The NHLs holiday freeze lifts tomorrow at midnight. Lotta talk over the last few days that the Devils are a team to watch once it does. We know Johnathan Kovacevic is coming back in the New Year. How soon into the New Year? That’s to be determined, but the increased chatter makes it seem like they know they need to do something, and soon.
Frank Seravalli: Re Devils: We know that they need scoring support, will they deal from their embarrassment of riches on defense? Simon Nemec, Seamus Casey; Dougie Hamilton; they've got a lot to consider here, this feels like a make or break season – Insider Notebook (12/23)
— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) December 26, 2025
David Pagnotta: Re Dougie Hamilton rumours: I don't know the specifics, I just know Tom Fitzgerald has been engaged in conversations involving [Hamilton]; I think they'd like to do it; this may be something we wait 'til the summer to actually see – Sportsnet Today (12/22)
— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) December 27, 2025
Elliotte Friedman: Re Devils: I still think they're gonna clear cap room and I still think they're gonna be busy – DMase Vingan & Daunic (12/18)
— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) December 22, 2025
NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: Can the New York Rangers unlock more out of Alexis Lafreniere?
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Here’s an interesting possible Pittsburgh Penguins trade target that GM Kyle Dubas could pursue.
Boston Hockey Now: A pair of Boston Bruins prospects are representing Team USA at the World Junior Championships, and they’re off to a strong start.
The Athletic ($): I know the Devils have at least placed one call to check the pulse on Jonathan Marchessault and his future in Nashville. However, these insiders think he’s a better fit elsewhere.
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