Ticktock, ticktock. The clock continues to tick six days into training camp, and there’s no resolution between Luke Hughes and the New Jersey Devils. We have a bit more in the links below on what the wedge is. There should be mild concern, and if we get to the second week of the preseason with no resolution, said concern will certainly intensify.
Also, we learned yesterday the “Jersey Jersey” is going bye bye. More on that below.
Elsewhere, Auston Matthews is fed up with Mitch Marner questions, Carter Hart nearing a decision, and a surprise possible return.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: We’re now six days into training camp, and the Devils play their second preseason game tonight. The clock is ticking on Luke Hughes as the situation only grows more concerning the longer this standoff goes. So what’s the wedge between the two sides? A bit more on that inside.
More NJHN: The Devils are retiring their black third jersey after the 2025-26 season. A new alternate jersey is a possibility.
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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
The Athletic ($): Carter Hart has narrowed down his list of teams he’d sign with to reboot his career, and a decision could be nearing. At least one of those teams is a Devils division rival. Oh, and Michael McLeod, too.
ESPN: After Alex Pietrangelo announced that he’s dealing with an injury that may never allow him to play hockey again, the Vegas Golden Knights defenseman is not ruling out a return, even as soon as this season.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: There’s a lot to take away from the Pittsburgh Penguins training camp as they try to stay afloat in the Sidney Crosby era. However, an intense training camp thus far has revealed a bit about some of their younger talent, and others vying for a roster spot.
Daily Faceoff: Auston Matthews is tired of being asked about his ex-Toronto Maple Leafs teammate. He’s fed up with hearing about Mitch Marner’s departure to Vegas day in and day out, giving the question a deadline for reporters.
