The Devils enjoy a hot streak heading into Winnipeg, posting a 7-1-0 run that includes a 5-4 OT win over the Blues and a 4-0 shutout of Toronto, highlighted by Timo Meier’s two goals and Connor Hellebuyck’s first shutout. Jack Hughes delivered the overtime winner in a 5-4 comeback against the Islanders, while Logan Stanley was fined $3,865.98 for slashing Nico Hischier, and Anthony Mantha is sidelined with a throat injury. GM Sunny Mehta confirmed Hellebuyck will miss the Tuesday game in Winnipeg. Off‑season acquisitions rank near the top in GAR, underscoring New Jersey’s strong roster moves.
Anthony Mantha suffered a scary injury during Saturday’s game between the New Jersey Devils and the New York Islanders. Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech high-sticked Mantha in the throat with 7:25 remaining in the third period. Anthony Mantha high-sticked in the throat by Adam Pelech Mantha took only one more shift before leaving the game. Now, Devils
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Logan Stanley delivered multiple whacks on Nico Hischier during New Jersey’s 5-4 OT win over New York on Saturday.
A group of 219 New Jersey Devils fans, organized by 23‑year‑old social media guru Justin Brady, turned Section 118 into a sea of red at the UBS Arena for the Devils’ overtime win over the New York Islanders on Nov. 8, 2026. After a 3:30 PM tailgate and shuttle ride, the fans sparked a deafening chant that caught the attention of broadcasters, coach Sheldon Keefe, and players. Jack Hughes capped the comeback with his third overtime winner, pointing to the fans in gratitude. The group also got a post‑game ice photo and high‑fives from GM Sunny Mehta, while Islanders staff helped secure the sold‑out seats. Brady’s months‑long coordination turned a historic road win into a memorable fan experience.
The Avalanche ride a dominant power play and a shutout by Mackenzie Blackwood to beat the Detroit Red Wings on Nov. 7, with Cale Makar scoring in the third. Colorado’s early goalie heroics and the PP surge give the team a much‑needed boost. Meanwhile, trade chatter swirls: the Penguins are looking to move veteran depth, while the Blackhawks hunt forward upgrades. The roundup also notes the Red Wings’ collapse in the second period, a heated OT bout between the Devils and Islanders, and the Canadiens’ win over Toronto in hometown jerseys.
The Devils (12-5-0, 4-3-0 on the road) host the Leafs (8-8-2, 4-5-1 at home) on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. EDT. All eyes are on Jack Hughes, fresh off his Olympic golden goal, as he squares off against Auston Matthews. The preview also highlights the goaltending debate: backup goalie Jesper Hellebuyck has shown calmer, more effective play than starter Jake Allen, who posted a .826 SV% in the last game. After a gritty win over the Islanders and a tough loss to Montreal for Toronto, the article predicts a high‑stakes showdown and urges fans to watch how the Devils maintain their hot streak.
The New Jersey Devils head to Toronto on Nov. 8 for a 7 p.m. ET showdown with the Maple Leafs after a dramatic 5-4 OT comeback over the Islanders. The Devils (12‑5‑0, 24 points) sit second in the Metro, riding an eight‑of‑nine win streak, while Toronto (8‑8‑2, 18 points) sits seventh in the Atlantic after a 4‑2 loss to Montreal. Projected lineups feature Luke Hughes, Jack Hughes and Dougie Hamilton for New Jersey, and Auston Matthews, William Nylander and John Tavares for Toronto. Goalies Connor Hellebuyck (expected) and Anthony Stolarz start, though injuries keep Morgan Rielly’s availability in doubt. Both teams are finishing a back‑to‑back, with the Devils traveling and the Leafs staying home.
Two of the NHL’s best young defensemen showed off a different side of their games on Saturday night. Rather than creating offense, Matthew Schaefer and Luke Hughes exchanged punches late in the second period of their heated Metropolitan Division rivalry matchup between the New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils. The two were the main
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Jack Hughes delivers the overtime heroics again as the New Jersey Devils edge the New York Islanders 5‑4 at UBS Arena on Nov. 7, 2026, marking the Devils’ third straight OT/SO win. Hughes scored the winner and assisted on the tying goal, while Luke Evangelista added a goal and an assist and teammates Dougie Hamilton, Erod Polak and Chisolm also found the net. The Isles’ Simon Holmstrom matched the Devils with a goal and an assist. Despite firing 50 shots, New Jersey’s defense faltered, surrendering a critical third‑period goal to Jake Allen. The game featured high‑intensity forechecking, a chaotic third period, and several on‑ice scuffles, underscoring the team's resilience amid defensive lapses.
The Islanders fall 5-4 in overtime to the New Jersey Devils on Nov. 7, snapping a stretch of tough matchups that included a loss to defending champion Carolina Hurricanes. Anthony Duclair opened the scoring for NYI, but the Devils, now riding a three‑game streak sparked by new net‑minder Connor Hellebuyck’s bench role, rallied behind goals from Evan Rodrigues, Luke Evangelista and Dougie Hamilton to force OT, where Jack Hughes clinched the win. Key Islanders contributors included Matthew Schaefer (28th career goal) and Victor Ecklund, while Ilya Sorokin posted strong numbers. The loss precedes a West Coast road trip starting Nov. 8 in San Jose, with the status of Mat Barzal, Ryan Pulock and Mattias Mechalli still uncertain.
In a surprising second‑period scrap at UBS Arena, rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer (Isles) and New Jersey’s Luke Hughes squared off, marking the first fight on both players’ NHL records. Schaefer, the 2025 No. 1 overall pick, opened the game with his fifth goal, but the Devils rallied to tie and force overtime. Jack Hughes sealed a 5‑4 overtime win for New Jersey, extending their four‑game streak while the Islanders fall to three straight losses. Goal scorers included Anthony Duclair, Simon Holmstrom, Victor Eklund for New York and Evan Rodrigues, Declan Chisholm for New Jersey, with Ilya Sorokin making 45 saves.
In an overtime thriller on Nov. 8, 2026, the New Jersey Devils rally from a 4-2 deficit to beat the New York Islanders 5‑4. Ilya Sorokin endures a grueling 50‑shot night, making 45 saves, yet concedes five goals as the Isles dominate possession. Anthony Duclair, Victor Eklund, Simon Holmstrom and rookie Matthew Schaefer each score for New York, while Jack Hughes converts a controversial breakaway for the winner after a chaotic 2‑on‑0 rush. Penalty calls—or the lack thereof—spark debate, but the Devils clinch the crucial regulation point.
In a gritty Metropolitan Division showdown at UBS Arena, the New Jersey Devils edged the New York Islanders 5‑4 in overtime on Nov. 7. Anthony Duclair opened scoring for the Islanders, but the Devils rallied with goals from Declan Chisholm, Luke Evangelista and a power‑play marker by Dougie Hamilton. Jack Hughes sealed the win with a breakaway overtime goal, giving New Jersey its fourth straight victory. Jake Allen recorded 19 saves for the Devils, while Ilya Sorokin posted 45 saves in a losing effort for the Islanders.
The New York Islanders aim to halt a two‑game losing streak Saturday as they host the New Jersey Devils. Ben Hutton makes his Islanders debut, replacing Scott Mayfield in goal, while Ilya Sorokin starts for the Devils, moving past Rick DiPietro into second‑most games played by a New York goalie (319). Jake Allen guards the net for the Islanders. The post serves as a live game thread for fans tracking the showdown.
On Saturday, Nov. 7, the New Jersey Devils will play against the New York Islanders for the two teams’ second game of the 2026-27 season. The Devils played their first road game…
The All About the Jersey gamethread previews the New Jersey Devils' October 3 showdown at the New York Islanders. The Devils (11‑5‑0) visit the Islanders (7‑6‑2) for a 7:00 PM EST tip‑off at UBS Arena, with TV coverage on MSGSN/MSGSN2 and radio on Devils Hockey Radio. The post highlights Victor Eklund’s first NHL goal in the third period and promotes the SB Nation app’s Game Chat feature for live interaction. Community rules underscore respectful, stream‑free discussion.
In Part 6 of the "Unfrozen" series, blogger Chaz Horton chronicles the Oilers’ New York road trip from Oct. 29‑Nov. 1, mixing quirky personal antics with game highlights. After a whirlwind arrival in Long Island and a chaotic street‑hockey showdown, the Oilers face the New York Islanders, winning 4‑0 with Jake Jarry’s shutout. The trip peaks at Madison Square Garden, where Connor McDavid explodes for a highlight‑reel goal in a 4‑1 victory over the Rangers. Horton peppers the recap with costume shenanigans, celebrity run‑ins and New York sightseeing, offering a humorous behind‑the‑scenes glimpse of the team's "show‑me" mode.
The Chicago Blackhawks (4-12-1) visit the Carolina Hurricanes (13-3-2) at the Lenovo Center tonight at 8 PM ET. The Canes, fresh off a win over the Islanders and riding a 7‑2‑1 run in their last ten, debut their Hometown Remix jerseys and may see defenseman Alexander Nikishin make his season debut after practicing on the power‑play unit. The Blackhawks have lost five straight and sit 2‑7‑1 in their last ten. Starting goalies are Spencer Knight for Chicago and Kochetkov for Carolina. Streams are available on Prime Video, Fubo or Spectrum, with radio on 99.9 The Fan.
The New Jersey Devils head to UBS Arena on Nov. 7 to face the New York Islanders, seeking payback after a 6-0 loss in their first meeting on Oct. 3. Coming off a 5-4 OT win over St. Louis, the Devils (11-5-0) sit second in the Metro, while the Islanders (7-6-2) have dropped two straight regulation games. Projected lineups show a possible Jake Allen start, though recent trade acquisition Connor Hellebuyck boasts a 4-0 record with a 2.44 GAA. The Islanders line up Ilya Sorokin in goal and debut Ben Hutton on defense, with Barzal and Maccelli sidelined. Both teams clash at 7 p.m. ET, a pivotal game before the Devils’ back‑to‑back in Toronto.
The Devils rally from a 4‑1 third‑period deficit to beat the St. Louis Blues 5‑4 in overtime on Thursday, with Jesper Bratt scoring the winning breakaway. Coach Sheldon Keefe critiques the team’s “too cool” mindset and raises the league’s instigator rule after Timo Meier racked up 17 penalty minutes defending Nico Hischier. The Concern‑O‑Meter returns, marking solid third‑period lead protection (Medium) but a weak penalty kill (High, 67.6%). Anthony Mantha shines with five goals on 3.19 xG since moving down the lineup. Upcoming: Devils face the Islanders Saturday at 7 PM ET at UBS Arena.
The Devils (11-5-0) head into a 7 p.m. EST showdown with the Islanders (7-6-2) after a seven‑win run, looking to avenge a 6‑0 loss on Oct. 3. New Jersey’s momentum is fueled by strong goaltending from Ilya Sorokin and a hot streak, but the back‑to‑back schedule raises a goalie dilemma between Connor Hellebuyck and Jake Allen. New York battles injuries – Barzal, Pulock, and Matias Maccelli are sidelined, while Kyle Palmieri and Anthony DeAngelo struggle – yet Bo Horvat, Matthew Schaefer and Brayden Schenn remain offensive threats. Special teams are tight, so the key will be five‑on‑five play and shutting down Horvat’s power‑play production.
The New York Islanders face the New Jersey Devils on Nov. 7 before their annual California road trip. With the Devils riding a winning streak and featuring former Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck, they’re hot. The Isles, coming off two straight regulation losses for the first time this season, must start collecting points. Coach Pete DeBoer re‑shuffled the lines at practice, mixing Ondrej Palat with Bo Horvat, Kyle Palmieri and others, while Ben Hutton may make his debut. The article also notes Hellebuyck’s trade request and other league news.
Ten‑year NHL veteran Robby Fabbri, a 2014 first‑round pick and 2019 Stanley Cup champion, signs a professional tryout (PTO) with the AHL's Hamilton Hammers, the NY Islanders' affiliate. The 30‑year‑old, who has played 463 NHL games with 221 points and 563 hits, hopes the stint will lead to another NHL opportunity. The Hammers, struggling at 3‑8‑0‑2 and battling injuries like forward Cole Eiserman’s, add Fabbri’s experience as they chase a turnaround in the North Division. Fabbri recently trained with goalie Connor Hellebuyck in Michigan, saying he still feels like an NHL player.
In Episode 94 of the Weird Islanders podcast, host Sam Fels joins Lighthouse Hockey to recount goaltender Jeff Hackett’s turbulent 500‑game NHL career. Hackett bounced from a struggling early‑90s New York Islanders squad (five wins in 1990‑91, including a 4‑1, 41‑save victory over Winnipeg) to the inaugural San Jose Sharks, then endured a bruising backup stint behind Ed Belfour in Chicago before finally getting the starting role on a mediocre Blackhawks team. The conversation also dives into Blackhawks goalie politics, on‑ice brawls, and Hackett’s later stint with Montreal, where he was traded for Jocelyn Thibault and eventually retired due to vertigo. Highlights include Hackett’s appearance on the night the Islanders honored Al Arbour (Jan 25, 1997) and his ranking as No. 99 in Bleacher Report’s top‑100 goalies.
The New York Islanders fell 5-3 to defending Stanley Cup champions Carolina on November 5, 2026, despite an early two‑goal lead by the Hurricanes. Carolina’s Brandon Bussi posted 30 saves, while the Isles rallied in the second period with goals from Mitchell Chaffe, Brayden Schenn, Victor Ecklind and William Carrier, only to be outscored in the third as Jalen Chatfield sealed the win. Meanwhile, the Isles await reinforcements: Barzal, Pulock and Meccelli return to practice, and defenseman Ben Hutton joins on a 10‑day professional tryout. Front‑office buzz centers on a potential post‑season trade for Nikita Kucherov, a move that could transform the franchise. The Isles host the Devils next Saturday, ending a three‑game home stretch.