James Nichols
Stick a fork in ’em. The New Jersey Devils‘ season is toast. Their latest loss drops their playoff chances to 0.55%, and they look like a team that’s just waiting for the season to end.
It raises a lot of questions, however. What will they do at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline in seven days? Does GM Tom Fitzgerald have the right to steer the ship? Will they finally move some names? Are they going to try and strategically buy for next season? Can they promote some internal players to see what they have in them? Who will be behind the bench next season? Should they plan for Gavin McKenna?
There’s a lot to dissect here. We’ll do that in the coming days. But, for now, more on their ugly loss to the Sidney Crosby-less Pens down below.
Elsewhere, big names on the NHL trade market. Who is declaring sellers?
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: The Devils dropped their fifth game in a row to the Pittsburgh Penguins despite a strong showing from Jacob Markstrom. It’s over, folks. You already saw what their chances are to make the playoffs.
📺 Devils Rink Report: So, what’s up with Timo Meier being so successful with Switzerland? Becuase, he seemingly hasn’t lost his touch. What gives? Jack Han helps me break it down on the latest Devils Rink Report.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
The Ahtletic ($): Here’s the latest on what the St. Louis Blues could do with their big names in Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline.
Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers are already seeing early returns from their trade acquisition via Artemi Panarin. Liam Greentree is going well in the OHL.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Brett Kulak explained he was shocked to be moved in a Pittsburgh Penguins trade to the Colorado Avalanche. Described it as being “uprooted.” In hindsight, did Kyle Dubas make a mistake?
San Jose Hockey Now: Out of the Olympic break, it’s already not off to a good start. However, here are five things that must happen if the young and exciting San Jose Sharks are going to make the playoffs.
Florida Hockey Now: Is there any chance at all that Sasha Barkov could return to the Florida Panthers this season? George Richards has the latest.
Philly Hockey Now: The Philadelphia Flyers reeled in a nice win against the lowly Blueshirts last night. Even better, Matvei Michkov scored the game winner to complete the come from behind victory. However, it’s not going to be enough to catapult them back into the postseason. It’s time for the Flyers to declare themselves a seller.
Detroit Hockey Now: Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers is at the top of the NHL trade rumor mill. He owns a full no-move clause, however, word is the Detroit Red Wings have an offer on the table Meyers is considering.
Toronto Hockey Now: The Toronto Maple Leafs explained to their season ticket holders that they know this season didn’t go the way they’d hoped. Their cop out? They said it’s due to injuries…
