I’m just going to reiterate it. The New Jersey Devils couldn’t be more unlucky. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, I almost don’t want to tell you. But, Jack Hughes is injured again.
More on that in the links below.
Elsewhere, Jeff Marek joins me on Devils Rink Report. Like and subscribe. Plus, Quinn Hughes’ impact on Vancouver’s future, Artemi Panarin to walk? And more
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: The first-game audition was so good! Arseny Gritsyuk looked like everything the Devils needed on their first line at left-wing, and more! Have they found their solution up top?
More NJHN: Well, maybe. But, things might change again soon. Jack Hughes is injured again. This time? It happened off the ice in what’s being called a fluke injury that happened… at a restaurant?
Devils Rink Report: Jeff Marek joined me yesterday to discuss plenty, such as what to do with the eventual logjam at right defense, Simon Nemec, Jacob Markstrom, trade targets, and much more! You can find the link in the video below.
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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: Artemi Panarin has already denied a contract offer by the New York Rangers. That doesn’t necessarily mean he’s gone. Regardless, here’s why one former GM doesn’t believe they’ll let him walk.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: When presented with a question by Pittsburgh Hockey Now about the potential Pittsburgh Penguins sale to the Hoffman Family of Companies, and any concerns by the league about current ownership, the Fenway Sports Group, essentially flipping the Penguins for a hefty windfall profit after just three-and-a-half years, Bettman deferred to the Penguins for updates.
Daily Faceoff: About a month ago, it was reported that the arena construction for the 2026 Olympics is behind. That latest update explains it’s going to come down to the wire. It appears the NHL at the Olympics is still in jeopardy.
Sportsnet: The Vancouver Canucks are not rebuilding. Even if Quinn Hughes decides to leave to play with his brothers. More inside.
