Boy, have the times changed. Jack Hughes was once the beloved face of the New Jersey Devils‘ franchise. Now, it seems like the trust is fading, and it’s become more questions about him than anything. His stock in New Jersey is fading. It’s not just the fans, but there are those in the media who have questions as his stock continues to fall. It’s time the organization has a tough conversation about No.86.
More on Jack in the links.
Elsewhere, a Gavin McKenna update, a surfaced condition in an old trade, and more.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
NYPost+: Here’s an interesting read from Ethan Sears. Sure, Jack Hughes deserves to play in the Olympics. Perhaps, what he doesn’t deserve is the Team USA entitlement.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Sears is right. I echo that sentiment. On yesterday’s episode of Devils Rink Report, I went as far as to say Jack Hughes can’t be trusted in New Jersey to be the face of the franchise. In all honesty, what has he done to deserve all this?
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
The Athletic ($): Here’s some good news. Prosecutors in the Gavin McKenna case are dropping his felony charges.
Forever Blueshirts: J.T. Miller and Mike Sullivan have the next 20-plus days to get on the same page for Team USA. It’s imperative they do, so they can bring that back with the to the New York Rangers.
Montreal Hockey Now: The Montreal Canadiens are still bordering between rebuilding and playoff contender. With plenty of their youngins on the NHL roster, here’s the updated landscape.
Chicago Hockey Now: Nearly a year ago, the Chicago Blackhawks and Florida Panthers connected on a deal involving Seth Jones. Now, a new significant detail emerges about the trade.
Toronto Hockey Now: According to two reports, the Edmonton Oilers are seeking some Toront Maple Leafs scraps, but none are named Bobbt McMann.
