James Nichols
Eight days into his New Jersey Devils tenure, the real work has begun for new general manager Sunny Mehta.
Mehta has a laundry list of items to address this offseason, and when you think about it, the two months he has to prepare between now and the 2026 NHL Draft isn’t all the much time.
There are plenty of CRUCIAL questions that need answers if New Jersey is going to hit the infliction point Mehta believes they will. More on said questions in the links below.
Elsewhere, Detroit having a fire sale? Buffalo’s charge, and Pittsburgh is backed into a corner.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: There’s no exaggeration in the fact that this offseason could be one of the most important in franchise history. Sunny Mehta has his work cut out for him with his newly inherited team. Here are eight major questions going into a crucial offseason for New Jersey.
📺 Devils Rink Report: So, what are the priorities Mehta needs to face as he steps into his new role as general manager in New Jersey? We broke it down on the latest Devils Rink Report.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Buffalo Hockey Now: Josh Norris can’t catch a break. The Buffalo Sabres forward was out for Game 3 with injury, while their exciting rookie drew back into the lineup.
Forever Blueshirts: New York Rangers rookies explain it’s easier to make it to the NHL than it is to stick in the NHL. Jim Cerny explains they must embrace the challenge.
The Athletic ($): Connor McDavid avoided worst case-scenario with a potential injury. However, thus far, the Anaheim Ducks have kept him off the scoresheet. Chris Johnston says now comes an even bigger question.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins find their backs against the wall on the brink of elimination. Down 3-0 heading into Game 4, one of their key players knows what it’s like to overcome that obstacle.
Detroit Hockey Now: Is there a Devils trade partner to be had here? Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman says no one is untouchable.
Montreal Hockey Now: Marc Dumont sorts through which Montreal Canadiens forwards are performing well in the playoffs and which defensemen need to step up.
