James Nichols
Yes, it’s August 5th and the New Jersey Devils don’t have Luke Hughes signed to a deal yet. No, it’s not time to panic. Plenty, including myself, don’t see any reason why this shouldn’t get done before training camp. It’s a new, evolving market. The cap is rising, and a lot more than some anticipated. Everyone’s restless, and starving for news, I get it. Perhaps, Luke’s brother has had an impact on those negotiations, indirectly. More on that in the links.
Elsewhere, the Blueshirts’ X-factor, some NHL trade rumblings, and more.
Let’s do that hockey.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Luke Hughes is still without a contract. Jack Hughes is considered the best bargain deal in the league. Could the elder brother’s contract be impacting the Devils’ last remaining free agent in New Jersey?
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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
Early Tuesday morning, the NHL dropped the Stadium Series logo for the clash between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins taking place at James Stadium on February 1st. This is, without a doubt, the coolest Stadium Series logo to date.
2026 NHL Stadium Series at James Stadium
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: It’s now common knowledge that the Pittsburgh Penguins are for sale. There’s a long-standing rumor that Mario Lemieux and Co. are among the interested parties to purchase. However, Elliotte Friedman reports Lemuiex’s bid to buy them back isn’t close.
The Athletic ($): Speaking of the Penguins, after Nick Robertson’s new contract was filed with the Toronto Maple Leafs, it reignited trade speculation. Toronto has a surplus, and many, including Friedman and fellow insider, Chris Johnston, are pointing Robertson in Pittsburgh’s direction.
Florida Hockey Now: Remember when Sergei Bobrovsky was “grossly overpaid?” Me neither. However, that contract is coming to an end, entering the final season if his current contract. So, what could a new one look like for the soon 37-year-old Florida Panthers netminder?
Forever Blueshirts: The new coaching staff of the New York Rangers, Mike Sullivan and former head coach, returning as an associate, David Quinn, are pegged as the X-Factors for a rebound on Broadway. One analyst believes they’re already steps ahead in the process.
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