James Nichols
For the benefit of the New Jersey Devils, Sunny Mehta could leave the Toronto Maple Leafs empty-handed, again.
He’s looking to make adds to his cabinet after letting contracts expire in the Devils’ front office without renewal.
However, Toronto has their eye on at least one of his targets. More on that below.
Elsewhere, an aggressive approach with 12 OA, Pittsburgh’s summer approach, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: After swiping Sunny Mehta out from under them, the Devils and Toronto Maple Leafs could be competing for the services of another front office executive.
The Athletic ($): See who Scott Wheeler sees the Devils drafting if they do, in fact, use the pick to take a player.
📺 Devils Rink Report: There’s been a debate whether the Devils should hang on to their 12th overall pick or trade it for more immediate help. On the Devils Rink Report YouTube channel, I broke down exactly why they should be aggressive about doing the latter.
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers never got this K’Andre Miller, who is showing the best version of himself in the Carolina Hurricanes’ postseason run.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: No matter the transaction, here’s why the Pittsburgh Penguins can’t be quiet this offseason.
Boston Hockey Now: In his first season as head coach, here’s how the Boston Bruins empowered Marco Sturm.
Philly Hockey Now: Now that the Philadelphia Flyers‘ Stanley Cup Playoffs run is over, here’s the prospect that’s perhaps the best fit by the time they pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft.
Montreal Hockey Now: The Montreal Canadiens made a statement in their Game 3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres, taking a 2-1 series lead.
Toronto Hockey Now: Here’s why this former Stanley Cup winning GM say’s the Maple Leafs should shop the first overall pick in 2026.
