James Nichols
By the way, teams can make trades again. I know it was easy to overlookdue to the lack of trade activity, but the roster freeze lifted at 11:59 P.M. on Sunday. We’ll see the direction the New Jersey Devils go in—they should probably be sellers with a 2.4% chance of making the playoffs—but I’m not sure I see GM Tom Fitzgerald throwing in the towel with his job potentially on the line.
In the links, what the golden goal did for Jack Hughes’ legacy. Also, a breakdown of that golden goal.
Elsewhere, a Nazem Kadri trade feels inevitable, Blueshirts slow-paced retool, and other trade talk.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Jack Hughes‘ golden goal will never be forgotten. Pat Pickens breaks down the play that started in the United States’ zone, and then wound up in Canada’s net.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Okay, so, most of the Devils in Milan were successful on representing their respective countries. So, is it Sheldon Keefe who is the problem for the Devils this season? Jack Han explains on the latest Devils Rink Report.
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The Athletic ($): Here’s how Jack Hughes and brother Quinn’s legacy has changed, plus everyone else who had a significant impact—or didn’t—at the Olympics.
NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: Despite the moves already made and the upcoming NHL trade deadline, a retool doesn’t feel like a quick process for the New York Rangers. More inside from Jim Cerny on why.
Colorado Hockey Now: It will certainly be interesting to monitor the Colorado Avalanche trade activity with the deadline nearing. Some speculate that Nathan Mackinnon might’ve been dealing with something at the Olympics. Here is who CHN thinks they could go after.
Philadelphia Hockey Now: At this point in their trajectory, it makes sense for the Philadelphia Flyers to continue to reel in young talent. Here are three prospects they should target at the NHL trade deadline.
Sportsnet: Nazem Kadri’s latest comments make it seem like the Calgary Flames trading the veteran forward is inevitable.
