Well, if you thought the recent play nixed the possibility of a New Jersey Devils trade involving Dougie Hamilton, think again.
In the links, the hopeful timeline to get it sorted out is revealed, as well as some teams involved.
Also below, A LOT from an eventful Wednesday at the Prudential Center, including Tom Fitzgerald’s meeting with the media in which he faced the music.
Elsewhere, Blueshirts floundering, Artemi Panarin’s no-move clause, and more.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: At long last, Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald spoke with the New Jersey media amid crisis this season. He sat across the table from many of us, explaining why he believes he’s at fault for the season, and answered many questions regarding storylines such as Quinn Hughes, Dougie Hamilton, trade clauses, job security, and more.
Then, the Devils had a game to play. Hosting the Seattle Kraken, the Devils outlasted their counterpart in the latest Cryptid Cup as the captain called game in overtime.
In the takeaways, Nico Hischier‘s new persona was ever-apparent in Wednesday’s tilt, Dougie Hamilton’s stock is rising, and the Devils are keeping things close but, this time, are starting to come out on the other side, instead of being sunk.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Shayna Goldman of The Athletic and the Too Many Men podcast joined me on the Devils Rink Report Friday to discuss the developments of Luke Hughes and Simon Nemec and if we have to adjust our outlook on them vs. their draft position.
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The Athletic ($): Could Dougie Hamilton be traded before the Olympic break? Pierre LeBrun says there’s hope that it gets done and details who is interested in the 32-year-old defenseman.
NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: On the other side of the Hudson River, the New York Rangers are toiling. In fact, it’s even worse than the Devils’ floundering that is otherwise on pause right now. The reason? Well, the poor drafting has a lot to do with it.
The Athletic ($): Speaking of the Rangers, they have some expiring pieces that would certainly help them kickstart a retool. So, what’s the latest on Artemi Panarin and his no-trade/move clause?
Boston Hockey Now: Rasmus Andersson is front and center on the NHL trade rumor mill as we inch closer and closer to the Olympic roster freeze and NHL trade deadline. Should the Boston Bruins consider the Swedish defenseman?
San Jose Hockey Now: If you’re a fan of the sportsbooks, betting on the San Jose Sharks has been a moneymaker this year.
Philly Hockey Now: It’s gone from bad to worse in Philly. The Philadelphia Flyers are on a four-game skid right now. And to make matters worse, their shocking breakout goaltender, Dan Vladar, is injured.
Montreal Hockey Now: Things are going very well for Alexander Texier in his new situation. After terminating his contract and going to the Montreal Canadiens, he’s made such an impact on the Habs that they’ve rewarded him with a new two-year extension. More analysis inside from Marc Dumont.
Toronto Hockey Now: Of the defense options the Toronto Maple Leafs could pursue on the NHL trade market, Dougie Hamilton is one of them.
