James Nichols
The New Jersey Devils are back in the win column after last night’s victory. The Los Angeles Kings came into the Prudential Center a desperate team after a coaching change and big acquisition of Artemi Panarin in their pursuit of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Despite coming in during the second leg of a back-to-back, the Kings are a big, heavy team who can grind you defensively. The Devils pulled out a solid win despite forking over a few leads.
Amid that win, an insane Devils goal drew some stunned reactions in the locker room. I caught those reactions, which are linked below.
Also below, some trade talk looking ahead to the summer about Simon Nemec.
Elsewhere, scouts on Gavin McKenna, puzzling decision by Mike Sullivan, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Anze Kopitar might have set the Kings record for most points in franchise history, but Jack Hughes spoiled the party late to propel the Devils to victory.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Simon Nemec’s name was dangled at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. That’s because Dougie Hamilton proved too difficult to trade due to his signing bonus. But that’s to be paid out on July 1st. So, if it comes down to Nemec or Hamilton this summer to upgrade at forward, who should the Devils trade? Spittin’ Chiclets’ Pasha Eshghi joined me on the latest Devils Rink Report to give his thoughts.
Plus, after last night’s 6-4 win over the Kings, here are Nico Hischier and Jake Allen’s raw reactions to the insane goal between Lenni Hameenaho and Arseny Gritsyuk.
Watch the full Devils Rink Report here 👇🏼
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
The Athletic: It’s good to see this in writing. NHL scouts aren’t concerned by off-ice issues with Gavin McKenna. That kid is going to make some team very happy real soon.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Here’s the interesting thing about the Pittsburgh Penguins. They’ve gone on this unexpectes run this season, large in part due to Sidney Crosby. However, they also have prospects who are among the best 50 already drafted.
San Jose Hockey Now: San Jose Sharks forward Igor Chernyshov left the game after a high hit from Mike Matheson. It was a scary hit, and he looked down and out after it. Fortunately, he seems to have avoided the worst.
Florida Hockey Now: Ex-Devils forward A.J. Greer devotes his love for the Florida Panthers and why he’s proud to wear their jersey.
Toronto Hockey Now: THN explains that the punishment handed to Radko Gudas for his clear illegal check to Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is laughable.
Carolina Hockey Now: Seth Jarvis has officially dropped the gloves. The Carolina Hurricanes forward registered his first career fight on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Forever Blueshirts: Gabe Perrault is on fire. Yet, the New York Rangers‘ head coach removed him from the power play in a puzzling decision.
