Yesterday, we reported that New Jersey Devils star defenseman, Dougie Hamilton, all but confirmed he held up a trade from happening. However, his name is still out there, landing on one of the latest big NHL trade boards, with another Devils player who is rumored to be on the block.
Despite the chatter, clearly there’s a roadblock here for GM Tom Fitzgerald, as we already have seen with Hamilton.
More on both of those situations, the Hamilton report, and the trade board, in the links below.
Elsewhere, Blueshirts recall top prospects, Pittsburgh (finally) nearing a sale, and more.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: I asked Dougie Hamilton if he’s recently been asked to wave his trade protection or if he’s vetoed a trade. He didn’t say yes, but he didn’t say no. Instead, the star defenseman avoided the question, which was an answer in itself. More inside.
More NJHN: The Devils went into Vegas with a big reinforcement on the blueline, as Brett Pesce made his much anticipated return. And what do you know? The Devils looked MUCH better defensively, almost like they were missing a key piece for a long-while. Our James Birle has the recap on how the Devils overcame the Golden Knights in a late-night shootout.
Devils Rink Report: Even with Brett Pesce back now, the Devils need help. ESPNs Greg Wyshynski joined me on the latest Devils Rink Report to discuss what the Devils should do by way of reinforcement.
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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
The Athletic ($): Speaking of Hamilton, Chris Johnston is back with his latest NHL Trade Board, and the Devils star defenseman is featured on the list, as is Devils forward, Ondrej Palat, among 30 other names.
Forever Blueshirts: After suffering their seventh shutout loss of the season, the New York Rangers recalled their top two prospects. So, what’s next for the Blueshirts?
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The issues holding up the Pittsburgh Penguins’ sale may have been solved, and the Penguins could soon have a new owner, made official in the next few days.
Philly Hockey Now: This is good stuff from Will James in Philly. Here’s five Philadelphia Flyers observations, including why Trevor Zegras is very, very good at hockey.
Montreal Hockey Now: As it stands, the Montreal Canadiens are essentially stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the second-line center options, and they will have to figure out a better combination once they’re available
