James Nichols
Last night wasn’t the night any fan of the New Jersey Devils wanted to see on the ice. Jack Hughes was honored, and that part was fantastic. He gave an excellent speech in which he professed his love for USA Hockey and the Devils themselves.
If you missed that, you can see the full ceremony and speech on my YouTube page.
However, the Devils returned the same boring team who lacks finish. Thus, the defeat at the hands of the Buffalo Sabres. More on that, and Jack Hughes’ loyalty to the Devils in the link below.
Elsewhere, plenty of NHL trade chatter, Sidney Crosby reacts to his injury, and Matvei Michkov opens up about a lot in Philly.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: The magic from the Olympic gold couldn’t fix the Devils’ scoring woes as they continued coming out of the break in a 2-1 loss to the Buffalo Sabres.
Regardless of the score, Devils fans have to feel a sense of relief with Jack Hughes, who professed his loyalty to New Jersey after capturing Olympic gold.
📺 Devils Rink Report: So, what’s up with Timo Meier being so successful with Switzerland? Becuase, he seemingly hasn’t lost his touch. What gives? Jack Han helps me break it down on the latest Devils Rink Report.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
The Ahtletic ($): Another day, another debate on whether the NHL should adopt the 3-2-1-0 standigs format from the Olympics.
Forever Blueshirts: Vincent Trocheck is likely a goner. Here’s how the New York Rangers could kickstart their retool by moving him at the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: It’s bad news for the Pittsburgh Penguins captain. Sideny Crosby is going to be sidelined for four weeks. He reacted to the injury news in hte locker room on Wednesday morning.
Florida Hockey Now: What is the gameplan for the Florida Panthers at the NHL trade deadline? Well, it’s not what they’ve done over the last two seasons en route to consecutive Stanley Cups. They’re standing by, for now. More inside from George Richards.
Philly Hockey Now: Matvei Michkov, seemingly determined as ever, discusses his break amid the Olympics, his relationship with Rick Tocchet, and a position change in the Philadelphia Flyers lineup for their final 26 games.
Detroit Hockey Now: Are the Detroit Red Wings about to make splash on their blueline? Here are three defensemen on their radar ahead of the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
Toronto Hockey Now: What are the Toronto Maple Leafs—who are not in playoff position—going to do at the NHL trade deadline? A few insiders have different takes on their plans.
