James Nichols
The list of New Jersey Devils tasks this summer is long.
Sunny Mehta has a lot on his plate. Certainly, Simon Nemec is one of those items as his name has come up in rumors again.
Yet, we debunked those rumors in the links below.
The thing is, even though Nemec didn’t ask for a trade, he’s still a candidate to be moved. Even with the fact that Nemec believes he has a good shot of establishing himself with a new regime.
If it’s not Nemec, someone will have to be shipped. Theres just not enough dollars to go around. More below.
Elsewhere, some locker room drama, a free agent target for the Blueshirts, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Officially, Simon Nemec has not asked to be traded by the Devils. However, that doesn’t mean he won’t be a Devils trade candidat this summer. I explain it all inside.
It’s not the first time Nemec has been the subject of trade rumors. However, maybe that’s exactly part of the reason why Brenden Dillon suggests their is locker room distraction and strife. Not sure what I’m referencing? More inside.
Add “find a new Director of Player Development” to Sunny Mehta’s to-do list. Meghan Duggan leaves the Devils organization after she is named general manager of the PWHL Hamilton franchise.
📺 Devils Rink Report: So, it’s been decided. Sheldon Keefe will return next season behind the Devils’ bench. Did they make a smart move or a big mistake? I broke it down on the latest Devils Rink Report.
Also via Devils Rink Report, the Devils still have to address a big issue involving Dougie Hamilton. More here:
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Colorado Hockey Now: The Colorado Avalanche are in trouble. They blew a third period lead last night and head to Vegas down 2-0 in the series. Yikes.
Forever Blueshirts: Mario Ferraro has been regularly linked to Manhattan in New York Rangers trade rumors. However, a report suggests the defenseman is likely to hit free agency. Will he find his way to Broadway?
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: This week highlighted the stark contrast between Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin more clearly than ever. While the Pittsburgh Penguins are guaranteed to have Crosby back next season, Malkin’s future remains uncertain.
Detroit Hockey Now: This is an interesting one. Lucas Raymond is one of the Detroit Red Wings‘ most talented young forwards. However, here’s why he needs to shoot more.
Montreal Hockey Now: A clear sign of a maturing team? Dominant third periods, and the Montreal Canadiens have been doing just that.
The Athletic ($): Here’s why Alex Ovechkin might actually return for one more season, and why he might not.
