It was anything but pretty. However, the New Jersey Devils won their third game in a row last night and are now winners in five of their last six games.
That’s not nothing. Three of those wins are against teams inside the playoff picture. And although they’ve mostly been close, one-goal games, they’re finding ways to win.
It’s still hard to claim the Devils are “back.” However, they are giving themselves a chance to get back into the postseason.
In the links, the new fourth line is thriving, and it continued on the road last night.
Elsewhere, Blueshirts GM on the hot seat? Philly’s X-factor and Toronto’s cold welcome.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Lenni Hämeenaho has been a revelation for the Devils thus far, and in New Jersey’s 5-4 victory against the Vancouver Canucks, he netted his first NHL goal as the Cody Glass line remains scorching hot.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Yesterday on Devils Rink Report, Ryan Novozinsky stopped by for his monthly check-in to discuss the latest Hughes bruise, their recent success, and the stretch ahead before the Olympic break.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
The Athletic ($): Did you see the horrific-looking injuries Craig Berube suffered in a freak “gym accident?” Well, if you didn’t, more inside.
And if the bruising wasn’t enough, when the Toronto Maple Leafs hit the ice yesterday for their first game hosting the Vegas Golden Knights this season, the boos were REAL loud for Mitch Marner in his return to Scotiabank Arena.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Evgeni Malkin said the quiet part out loud. He wants one more year with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers faithful are asking themselves the same questions that the Devils are about Tom Fitzgerald. Is Chris Drury the right fit to make the calls as general manager?
San Jose Hockey Now: Mike Grier speaks on why Kiefer Sherwood was the right fit for the San Jose Sharks, his hopes to re-sign Sherwood, his biggest trade deadline decisions, what he’s looking for on defense, and more.
Philly Hockey Now: The Philadelphia Flyers are better than anticipated this season. You might think Matvei Michkov is at the center of their improved play, but instead, it’s Trevor Zegras. Will James brought receipts, and pretty convincing ones, on why Zegras is Philly’s X-factor.
