James Nichols
Certainly, the New Jersey Devils won’t be able to upgrade their top-six with an impact free agent acquisition given this summer’s meek crop of free agents.
However, that doesn’t mean they can’t find the depth scoring they need.
The experts at The Athletic have pin pointed one specific forward they believe is a good fit in New Jersey. More in the links below.
Elsewhere, a trade target for New York, Minnesota needs clarity, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
The Athletic ($): The free agent crop this summer isn’t going to be boistrous, but there will be some serviceable names out there to help the depth scoring issues. Here’s one name The Athletic thinks would be a good fit.
📺 Devils Rink Report: As we inch closer to the 2026 NHL Draft and free agency, the elephant in the room has yet to be addressed. The Devils still have a Dougie Hamilton problem. I broke it down on the latest clip via Devils Rink Report.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Sportsnet: Quinn Hughes is saying all the right things after the Minnesota Wild were eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, here’s why they need clarity as soon as possible on his future.
Forever Blueshirts: The Devils aren’t the only one who could inquire for Mason McTavish’s serveices. Here’s why it makes sense for the New York Rangers to do so as well.
San Jose Hockey Now: Well, that’s pretty cool. Macklin Celebrini was named captain of Team Canada at World’s when the initial roster was announced. When Sidney Crosby was added to the roster later, he pushed for the San Jose Sharks forward to remain captain.
Florida Hockey Now: The PINK Florida Panthers? Their new alternate jersey very well may have leaked over the weekend.
Philly Hockey Now: Can the Philadelphia Flyers find their Porter Martone of the blueline through the 2026 NHL Draft this summer?
