Multiple New Jersey Devils were named to their respective countries rosters on Friday for the 2026 Winter Olympics, and upwards of seven players are heading to Milan. Ondrej Palat was previously named as one of the first six players on Czechia’s roster, and although they haven’t officially revealed their team, the assumption is Simon Nemec will be there as well.
You could assume the Devils will have eight players at the Olympics. More on the selections below.
Also in New Jersey, what we learned about the Devils last month.
Elsewhere, Pittsburgh’s got more deals in them, Toronto’s captain is heating up, and so is a young Hab.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: On Friday, USA and Sweden revealed their rosters for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
For Team USA, Jack Hughes is heading to Milan to represent the red, white, and blue.
For Sweden, Jesper Bratt & Jacob Markstrom will wear the Tre Kronor.
Devils Rink Report: We had another great episode yesterday, with special guest Pasha Eshghi of Spittin’ Chiclets and Game Notes. We chatted Dougie Hamilton vetoing multiple deals, Sheldon Keefe’s security, Tom Fitzgerald’s as well, and much more 👇🏼
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The Athletic ($): From Shayna Goldman, here’s what we learned about the Devils in December.
NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins have been wheelin’ & dealin’. GM Kyle Dubas is seemingly collecting the young, unwanted talent in other organizations, and trying to give them a new home. Dan Kingerski say’s there’s more to come.
San Jose Hockey Now: Alex Wennberg was named as a teammate to Bratt on Sweden at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Earlier this year, I wrote he’d make for a strong 3C option for the Devils. However, it sounds like he wants to remain with the San Jose Sharks. (+)
Colorado Hockey Now: Despite how well he’s played, perhaps this is why Team Canada left him off the roster. Devils fans know this feeling all too well. The Colorado Avalanche placed Mackenzie Blackwood back on IR, after an unsuspecting injury.
Montreal Hockey Now: Juraj Slafkovsky has seen a boost in his production this season. Here’s how the Montreal Canadiens forwarded has increased his scoring.
Toronto Hockey Now: This could be good news for Team USA. Is Auston Matthews all the way back? The Toronto Maple Leafs captain is heating up.
