The Boston Bruins snap a two‑game slide with a dramatic comeback, rallying from two goals down in the third to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4‑3 in overtime. Morgan Geekie scores with 10.2 seconds left, and Elias Lindholm nets the OT winner—his first as a Bruin—while David Pastrnak moves into sole possession of third place on the franchise’s all‑time goal list (428). Elsewhere, Nikita Kucherov’s trade request dominates Lightning headlines, with reports that Montreal and Toronto are top targets, while Detroit’s Dylan Larkin faces criticism amid an unresolved trade list. The recap also touches on the Devils’ 9‑5‑0 start, the Canadiens thriving without Nick Suzuki, and the Sharks’ struggle after a 5‑1 loss to Ottawa.
The Devils enjoy a night off while the NHL buzzes with trade drama. Hart Trophy winner Nikita Kucherov tells the Lightning he wants out, but Tampa Bay says “no trade,” and reports say he’d consider Toronto or Montreal. Meanwhile New Jersey sits 9‑5‑0, with rookie Alex Gritsyuk shooting 22.9% and netting eight goals, and goalie Juuse Hellebuyck posting a .923 save percentage. The team’s power play struggles (7‑for‑42) and a 3‑3‑0 road record contrast with a 6‑2‑0 home run. Upcoming: Devils vs. Oilers on Nov 3 and the Blues visiting Prudential Center on Nov 5.
After a 3-1-1 home stretch, the Edmonton Oilers embark on a crucial east‑coast road trip, facing the New York Islanders (Saturday), New York Rangers (Sunday) and Connor Hellebuyck’s New Jersey Devils (Tuesday). Edmonton enters the trip 5‑0‑0 on the road but must tighten a league‑worst 25th‑ranked penalty kill, exploit the Rangers’ unsettled goaltending situation, and sustain depth scoring from Colton Dach, Kasperi Kapanen and others alongside McDavid and Draisaitl. Success in these three areas could keep the Oilers unbeaten.
After a 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights at T‑Mobile Arena, the New Jersey Devils celebrate with rookie sensation Connor Hellebuyck, who joined the club on Oct. 30. Sitting fourth in the Eastern Conference with a 9‑5‑0 record (18 points), the Devils are projecting a 108‑point pace. Coach Sunny Mehta’s acquisition of the Hall‑of‑Fame‑caliber goalie has instantly boosted confidence, with Luke Hughes calling him “a rock.” The team now ranks third in shot attempts per 60 minutes and seventh in total shots on goal, while Jack Hughes and Arseny Gritsyuk are sparking offensive chemistry. The article argues that Hellebuyck’s presence could restore the Devils’ identity and fuel a promising stretch of hockey.
Elliotte Friedman drops a bombshell that Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov, the former Hart Trophy winner, wants out before his contract expires, but the Lightning say they won’t trade him despite acknowledging the request. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers are still hunting a center and eyeing defensive upgrades, with rumors linking them to two trade‑available defensemen and updates pending on injured forwards Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett. The daily also notes San Jose’s interest in defense prospect Simon Edvinsson, New Jersey’s 5-2 win over Vegas, and Boston’s surprising player surges.
The New Jersey Devils sit 9-5-0 with 18 points after a 5-2 win over Vegas, ranking second in the Metro and fourth in the East. Highlights include rookie Arseny Gritsyuk’s surprise surge (8 goals in 14 games on a 22.9% shooting rate), the Hughes brothers’ combined five‑goal night (Jack leads with 16 points, Luke with five defenseman goals), and goaltender Connor Hellebuyck’s solid 1.50 GAA and .923 save percentage in two starts. However, the power play is floundering at 7‑for‑42 (25th in the league) and both Timo Meier and Dougie Hamilton are suffering a scoring drought despite heavy shot volume. The team also struggles on the road, posting a 3‑3 record away versus 6‑2 at home.
Connor Hellebuyck sparks a hot start for the New Jersey Devils, posting a 2-0-0 record as the former Vezina winner backstops a 5-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights. He posts a 1.50 GAA and .923 save percentage, giving the team confidence, according to defenseman Luke Hughes and coach Sheldon Keefe. While the Devils eye Dylan Larkin and anticipate Quinn Hughes in July, Hellebuyck’s debut signals a potential shift toward contention. Meanwhile, his former club, the Winnipeg Jets, slump with a fourth straight loss after a defeat to the Florida Panthers.
On Oct. 30, the New Jersey Devils took on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. This game marked the last on the Devils’ three-game road trip, as well as…
The Montreal Canadiens aren’t rushing to move goalie Samuel Montembeault, who returns from a lower-body injury in November, says The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. Montreal is willing to keep all three netminders—Montembeault, rookie Jacob Fowler (6‑1, .942 SV% with two shutouts) and Jakub Dobes (2‑2‑2, .853 SV%)—unless a deal blows them away. Montembeault, a pending free agent with a $3.15 million cap hit who logged 31 wins in 2024‑25, is on the New York Rangers’ radar after they lost Igor Shesterkin, with the Devils also mentioned as a speculative target. The Canadiens remain in a “wait‑and‑see” mode while retaining flexibility to trade if needed.
The Canadiens are buzzing as rookie netminder Jacob Fowler earns Calder Trophy buzz, a six‑game win streak and a 46‑save shutout that landed him NHLPA Player of the Week honors. Meanwhile, the Laval Rocket’s rookie coach Daniel Jacob steadies the AHL club after a summer shake‑up, and captain Nick Suzuki returns to drills with his proper stick after a hand injury. Former Habs goalie Jaroslav Halak hints at a comeback, while the team sits seventh in the latest Super‑16 power rankings. Other league updates include Alex Newhook’s two‑goal night against Dallas and injury news from the Avalanche and Devils.
The New Jersey Devils rally past the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 on Oct. 31, 2026, after falling behind 2-1 early. Arseny Gritsyuk ties it and scores again, while the Hughes brothers each chip in—Luke opens the scoring, Jack adds two, including an empty‑netter. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck backstops the win, stopping 19 of 21 shots and improving to 2-0 in New Jersey. The victory lifts the Devils to a 9‑5‑0 record. Elsewhere, Elliotte Friedman likens the Hellebuyck trade to a historic baseball deadline deal, and the San Jose Sharks present a concrete offer for defenseman Simon Edvinsson, who must sign by Dec. 1 to play this season.
In the latest ONR podcast (Oct. 31, 2026), hosts recap the Oilers' recent home stand and preview a grueling three‑game road trip in four nights. Highlights include Colton Dach’s two‑goal performance in a 4‑2 win over the Calgary Flames, Tristan Jarry’s shutout, and speculation on whether Matt Tomkins or rookie Devon Levi will start the back‑to‑back games. The episode also touches on the Dylan Larkin trade saga in Detroit and Connor Hellebuyck’s move to New Jersey, before ending with betting chatter and score predictions for Saturday’s showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
On October 30, 2026 at T‑Mobile Arena, the New Jersey Devils routed the Vegas Golden Knights 5‑2. Early goals came from Anthony Mantha and Luke Evangelista, tying the game before the Knights surged to a 2‑1 lead. Jack Hughes sparked the comeback, scoring a dazzling solo goal and adding a second after a power‑play opportunity, while Timo Meier and Arseny Gritsyuk each netted late strikes to seal a 5‑2 victory. Goalies Adin Hill made several key saves, but the Devils outshot Vegas nearly two‑to‑one in the second period and dominated the final 40 minutes with relentless offense and solid defense.
The New Jersey Devils rout the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 at T‑Mobile Arena on Oct. 31, 2026. Luke Hughes opens the scoring, and a second‑period surge highlighted by Jack Hughes’ power‑play goal and an empty‑net marker secures the win. Vegas momentarily leads 2-1 after goals from Mark Stone and Ivan Barbashev, but Arseny Gritsyuk scores twice (including a backhand at 18:16) to keep the game tied. Devils netminder Connor Hellebuyck makes 19 saves, while the team outshoots Vegas 30‑21.
Could Hellebuyck sell the Devils on Robby Fabbri. The Red Wings and Sharks have had substantive Simon Edvinsson talks. The Capitals want a first for Ivan Miroshnichenko.
Could Hellebuyck sell the Devils on Robby Fabbri. The Red Wings and Sharks have had substantive Simon Edvinsson talks. The Capitals want a first for Ivan Miroshnichenko.
The All About The Jersey gamethread previews the New Jersey Devils (8‑5‑0) visiting the Vegas Golden Knights (9‑4‑1) on Dec. 17, 2025 at 6 PM EDT in T‑Mobile Arena. The game will air on MSGSN, Scripps, NHL Network and on the Devils Radio Network. Highlights include a photo of Tomas Hertl and Connor Brown in overtime, a nod to Patrick Stewart’s music, and a reminder to use the SB Nation app’s Game Chat for live discussion. Community rules prohibit swearing, off‑topic comments, personal attacks, and illegal streams.
Manson sustained the injury after a weird hit in Wednesday’s 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils.
The Colorado Avalanche lose veteran defenseman Josh Manson for roughly eight weeks after he suffered an ankle injury against the New Jersey Devils on Oct. 30, 2026. Coach Jared Bednar says Manson, 42, has appeared in all 13 games this season, tallying one goal and three assists with a career‑low 14:59 minutes per game, and carries a $3.95 million cap hit. Backup Noah Juulsen, who has logged 10:38 minutes per game and recorded an assist, steps into a larger role alongside Brett Kulak, while Sam Malinski shifts to the left with Brent Burns.
Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson, who skated gingerly off the ice and down the tunnel on Wednesday night against the Devils, will miss eight weeks
Former Rangers netminder Marty Biron tells the Rink Rap podcast that the New Jersey Devils’ acquisition of Vezina‑winner Connor Hellebuyck will reshape the Metropolitan Division more than the Rangers’ loss of Igor Shesterkin to a season‑ending knee injury. Biron argues the Rangers were already a fringe playoff team, while Hellebuyck upgrades a defensively solid Devils squad that struggled in net last year. He also notes rookie Dylan Garand and the Korpisalo tandem as potential stopgaps, and predicts the Rangers may seek a veteran goalie by December. The debate highlights how a single trade could outweigh even a star goalie’s absence in the 2026‑27 playoff race.
Are the New Jersey Devils and Minnesota Wild playing chess? Alexander Nikishin is not likely to change his mind about a trade.
Are the New Jersey Devils and Minnesota Wild playing chess? Alexander Nikishin is not likely to change his mind about a trade.
Two days after captain Jamie Benn urged the Dallas Stars to "look in the mirror," the team fell 5-2 to the Montreal Canadiens at the American Airlines Center, with Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook each netting twice. The loss follows a 5-1 defeat to the New Jersey Devils that snapped a five‑game winning streak. Coach Glen Gulutzan called the Devils game the worst of the season, canceled Wednesday’s practice, and stressed the need for emotional reset. Stars forward Justin Hryckowian scored his second consecutive goal, while Jake Oettinger allowed a season‑high four goals. Dallas, now 7‑5‑1, closes the homestand against the Columbus Blue Jackets Saturday.
Dallas Stars defenseman Kyle Capobianco suffers a lower-body injury and will miss roughly four weeks, coach Glen Gulutzan said Thursday. The loss comes after Capobianco was hurt in a 5-1 defeat to the New Jersey Devils, adding to a crowded injury list that already includes Esa Lindell, Radek Faksa and Matt Duchene. To fill the gap, Dallas recalled defenseman Trey Taylor from the AHL’s Texas Stars, and he makes his NHL debut in a 5-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, registering one hit and a missed shot. The Stars, now 7-5-1, aim to snap a two‑game skid against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Oct. 31.