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Devils Unveil Hometown Remix Jerseys: First Look at Design, Full Schedule
The New Jersey Devils unveiled their 2026‑27 Hometown Remix jersey on Nov. 2, a black alternate that flips the 2024 Stadium Series design. Fans can buy the jersey now at NHL Shop, Fanatics and the Devils Den in Newark. The team will debut the new look on Nov. 18 versus the Montreal Canadiens and will wear it for ten home games, including matchups with the Rangers, Islanders, Flyers and a back‑to‑back appearance against the Calgary Flames (Nov. 27) and Winnipeg Jets (Nov. 28) – the latter after trading Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey. The schedule runs through March 29.
Devils Daily: Poirier Dealt, Hughes Record Run, Larkin & Edvinsson
The Devils trade deadline keeps moving as GM Sunny Mehta sends goaltender Rémi Poirier to Washington for a 2027 seventh‑round pick, cleaning up cap space and leaving Hellebuyck and Jake Allen as the NHL‑roster netminders. Meanwhile, defenseman Luke Hughes is on a historic tear with five goals in 14 games, on pace to shatter the franchise record of 22 goals by a blueliner. The club sits 9‑5‑0, strong on the road (7‑0‑0), and prepares to face the Oilers on Nov. 3. The post also notes Detroit’s Larkin suspension, Edvinsson’s pending RFA signing, and a bold trade plea for Nikita Kucherov from a Lightning analyst.
Devils Trade Goalie Rémi Poirier to Capitals for Seventh-Round Pick
The New Jersey Devils trade backup goalie Rémi Poirier to the Washington Capitals for a 2027 seventh‑round pick, announced Sunday by GM Sunny Mehta. Poirier, a 25‑year‑old who never appeared in an NHL game for New Jersey, was claimed off waivers from the Dallas Stars in September and posted a 2.61 GAA and .912 save percentage in 52 AHL games last season. The move leaves Connor Hellebuyck and Jake Allen as the Devils' NHL netminders, adds a seventh‑rounder to New Jersey’s five 2027 picks, and frees roughly $850,000 in cap space, bringing the roster down to 42 contracts ahead of Tuesday’s game against Edmonton.
Luke Hughes Is Chasing a Devils Record. Can He Keep Scoring?
Luke Hughes is racing toward a franchise‑record for the New Jersey Devils, tallying five even‑strength goals in the first 14 games of the 2026‑27 season. At a projected 29 goals over 82 games, he could surpass Dougie Hamilton’s 22‑goal benchmark, the most by a Devils defenseman. Hughes boasts a 13.9% shooting rate, far above his career average, and leads NHL defensemen in even‑strength goals alongside John Carlson, trailing only Evan Bouchard. His shot volume and location data suggest the pace is sustainable, though his power‑play production remains silent. The article breaks down his stats, expected goals, and what it will take for Hughes to break or tie the record as the Devils host the Oilers on Tuesday.
Devils Daily: Gritsyuk Hot, Kucherov Wants Out, Larkin Limbo
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.
Devils Tricks or Treats: The Scariest & Sweetest Numbers After 14 Games
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.
Devils Daily: Gritsyuk Rolls, Sharks Make Edvinsson Offer
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.
Devils 5, Golden Knights 2: Hughes Bros, Gritsyuk Cash In | Recap
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.
Devils vs. Golden Knights 10/30: Bounce-Back Bid, Projected Lines
The New Jersey Devils travel to Vegas on Friday, Oct. 30, to face the Golden Knights at T‑Mobile Arena after a 5‑2 loss to Colorado that snapped their four‑game streak. Connor Brown’s two goals and Jake Allen’s 40 saves highlighted the Devils’ 8‑5‑0 record, while Vegas (9‑4‑1) rebounds from a 4‑1 win over Ottawa. Key storylines include Connor Hellebuyck’s second start for New Jersey, a rare 1.00 GAA and .944 save %, and a power‑play clash as both teams rank near the bottom in PP efficiency (Devils 17.5%, Knights 25.6%). Nico Hischier nears 500 career points, and Jack Eichel leads a strong home Knights team. Injuries: Seamus Casey (Devils) and Carter Hart (Knights) are questionable.
Devils Daily: Brown’s PK, Larkin Suspended, Power Play Woes
The Devils spend a day off rebuilding their penalty kill as Connor Brown improves the unit, but their power play sputters at 7‑for‑40 (17.5%). Meanwhile, Detroit suspends Dylan Larkin without pay after his agent informs the Red Wings he wants a trade, with New Jersey listed among ten potential destinations. Detroit’s GM Shawn Horcoff says the team will wait for the right return, while trade rumors swirl around Larkin and other players. The Devils head to Vegas on Friday, Oct. 30, to face a Golden Knights team that ranks 27th in penalty killing.
Devils Concern-O-Meter: Special Teams, Goaltending, Timo Meier
The New Jersey Devils sit at 8-5-0 after a 5-2 defeat to Colorado, snapping a four‑game win streak and extending their power‑play drought to three straight games (0‑3). Their PP is a major worry, sitting 7‑for‑40 (17.5%) – 23rd in the league – despite generating the second‑most shot attempts per 60 minutes. Meanwhile, the penalty kill is improving (72.4% overall, 83.3% since Connor Brown returned) and the goaltending situation looks solid after acquiring Vezina‑winner Connor Hellebuyck, while Jake Allen posts a .886 SV% in five starts. Forward Timo Meier contributes one power‑play goal on 47 shots and leads a promising top line with Hischier and Evangelista. Upcoming matchups against weak‑kill teams Vegas and Edmonton could test whether the Devils can fix their special‑teams woes.
Devils Daily: Allen Swarmed, Larkin Scare, Binnington Talk
The New Jersey Devils see their four‑game winning streak snap with a 5‑2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche in Denver, where Colorado outshot them 44‑22 and scored four third‑period goals. Jake Allen makes 39 saves under heavy fire, while Connor Brown nets two shorthanded goals. The roundup also covers a false‑alarm trade scare involving Detroit’s Dylan Larkin, Elliotte Friedman’s speculation that Jordan Binnington could be the next hot goalie on the market, and the Boston Bruins’ first new governor in 51 years. The Devils head to Vegas next.
Devils 2, Avalanche 5 (Oct. 28): Win Streak Snapped | Recap
The New Jersey Devils' four‑game winning streak ends as the Colorado Avalanche roll to a 5‑2 victory at Ball Arena on Oct. 28. Connor Brown opened the scoring, but Colorado responded with goals from Gabriel Landeskog, Nazem Kadri, Parker Kelly, Nathan MacKinnon and Jaden Schwartz to take a 5‑1 lead. Jake Allen stopped 39 of 44 shots for New Jersey, which was outshot 44‑22 – the first time this season the Devils didn’t control possession. The loss splits the season series after New Jersey’s home win the week before.
Devils vs. Avalanche 10/28: Back-to-Back Test, Projected Lines
The New Jersey Devils trail the Colorado Avalanche in Denver on Oct. 28 at 9 p.m. ET, playing the second night of a back‑to‑back after a 5‑1 win over Dallas. With a 8‑4‑0 record and a four‑game winning streak, the Devils (2‑2‑0 on the road) will start Jake Allen, who posted a 2.84 GAA and 31 saves in the Oct. 20 victory over Colorado. Colorado (6‑5‑1) is coming off a 6‑2 loss in Nashville and is projected to start Mackenzie Blackwood. Key storylines include Nico Hischier closing in on 500 career points and Nathan MacKinnon leading the Avalanche with 21 points. Both teams boast solid special‑team percentages, but underlying metrics favor New Jersey.
Devils Daily: Hellebuyck Wins, 10 Teams Want Edvinsson
Four days after acquiring Connor Hellebuyck, the New Jersey Devils dominate Dallas 5-1, with Hellebuyck stopping 17 of 18 shots and Nico Hischier netting two goals. The win marks the Devils’ fourth straight victory as they head to Colorado. Meanwhile, cap‑tight Toronto eyes the highly coveted defenseman Simon Edvinsson, with at least ten teams, including San Jose and Nashville, in the mix. The roundup also notes the Avalanche’s urgency call, the Panthers’ 5-1 win over Winnipeg, and the Bruins’ point streak ending against Carolina.
Devils 5, Stars 1 (Oct. 27): Hellebuyck Wins Debut Over Stars | Recap
Connor Hellebuyck makes a dominant debut as the New Jersey Devils crush the Dallas Stars 5-1 on Oct. 27, snapping Dallas' five‑game streak. Nico Hischier opens the scoring at 2:41 of the first period, and the Devils pile on three more in the second, highlighted by goals from Hischier, Jesper Boqvist and Luke Hughes. Dallas' lone goal comes from Justin Hryckowian, but New Jersey answers with Luke Hughes and Jack Hughes. Hellebuyck stops 16 of 17 shots, earning his first win and extending the Devils to a fourth straight victory.
Connor Hellebuyck to Make Devils Debut Tonight in Dallas
Connor Hellebuyck makes his season debut and first appearance for the New Jersey Devils Tuesday night at the Dallas Stars. The 33‑year‑old Vezina‑winner (2019‑20, 2023‑24, 2024‑25) and 2024‑25 Hart Trophy recipient joins New Jersey after a trade on Oct. 23 that sent Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws, Nick Bjugstad and multiple picks to Winnipeg. Hellebuyck, who last played on April 13, says he’s ready, while the Devils, now 7‑4‑0 and on a three‑game road swing, hope to shore up a goaltending spot that has struggled with Jake Allen and Daws. The Stars enter the game 7‑3‑1, riding a five‑win streak and an NHL‑lowest 20 goals allowed.
Devils’ Brenden Dillon Felt ‘All the Emotions’ in Whirlwind Couple Weeks
Veteran defenseman Brenden Dillon reflects on a turbulent two weeks with the New Jersey Devils. After becoming the first healthy scratch of his 16‑year NHL career and denying a false report about his no‑trade protection, Dillon returned to the lineup and logged 14:24 of ice time against the Los Angeles Kings, generating the highest scoring‑chance rate among Devils blueliners that night. He also discusses the team's recent acquisition of former Jets teammate goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and how relationships with teammates, including rookie Amadeus Lombardi, help him stay positive amid uncertainty about his role on the upcoming road trip.
Devils Daily: Hellebuyck Ready, McDavid’s 33, Geekie’s Slump
The Devils finally got goalie Connor Hellebuyck on ice Monday, and he’s eager to start – coach Sheldon Keefe hints his debut could come in the upcoming Dallas or Colorado trips. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid rockets ahead with 33 points in 11 games, while Boston’s Morgan Geekie remains goal‑starved after a 39‑goal rookie season. The Carolina Hurricanes resolved Alexander Nikishin’s holdout with a one‑year, $3 million deal far below his $8‑9 million ask, sparking trade‑rumor chatter involving Hellebuyck. The preview looks to the Devils‑Stars matchup Tuesday at 8 PM ET.
Devils Daily: Hellebuyck’s Debut Watch, Quinn Hughes Booed
The Devils pause on Oct. 26 while new star goalie Connor Hellebuyck completes his first full practice; Elliotte Friedman predicts he could debut in the back‑to‑back road trip against Dallas (Oct. 27) and Colorado (Oct. 28), though Sunny Mehta urges patience. Meanwhile, the Stars extend their streak to five with a 6‑3 win over the Islanders, the Avalanche fall 6‑2 to Nashville, and Quinn Hughes is booed in Vancouver before scoring the game‑winner and his 500th point as the Wild beat the Canucks 4‑2. The Devils head into a three‑game road stretch at 7‑4‑0 in the Metro.
Devils 3, Kings 1 (Oct. 24): Mantha Comes Up Clutch | Recap
The New Jersey Devils beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-1 on Oct. 24, 2026, snapping a strong start with their sixth win in eight games. After a scoreless first period, the Kings opened scoring in the second, but Anthony Mantha answered 2:46 later with a sharp‑angle goal. The Devils outshot the Kings 15‑3 in that period and took the lead late in the third when Brett Pesce scored with 11:52 remaining. Arseny Gritsyuk capped the win with an empty‑netter at 1:05 left. Jake Allen posted a 12‑save shutout for his fifth victory, moving to 5‑2‑0 as the Devils head to Dallas on Oct. 27.
Devils Daily: Hellebuyck Lands, Mehta’s Bluff, Dillon Sets Record Straight
The Devils surprised everyone by acquiring three‑time Vezina winner Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg, despite GM Sunny Mehta’s earlier claim he wouldn’t spend big on goaltending. New Jersey gave up forward Dawson Mercer, defenseman Nico Daws, forward Nick Bjugstad, rights to 2026 first‑rounder Alexander Command and two draft picks for Hellebuyck’s 33‑year‑old, $8.5 M cap‑hit net‑mind. Hellebuyck, who missed this season after a suspension, will debut against the Jets on Nov. 10 and at Prudential Center on Nov. 28. Analysts rate the trade A‑minus, noting the Devils’ .876 save % could improve by nine fewer goals over ten games. Meanwhile, Brenden Dillon remains a healthy scratch and Luke Hughes continues to impress defensively.
Brenden Dillon Was Never Asked to Waive No-Trade Clause by Devils
NHL insider Elliotte Friedman corrects a previous claim that defenseman Brenden Dillon waived his no‑trade clause with the New Jersey Devils. Friedman said he mistakenly assumed Dillon used his trade protection after hearing two Devils did so, but Dillon denied it. The clarification comes as the Devils prepare to acquire goalie Connor Hellebuyck, who will join Dillon in New Jersey. Meanwhile, Dillon’s role is uncertain; he has been a healthy scratch for four straight games, and coach Sheldon Keefe admits benching the veteran leader was a tough decision.
Devils Trade Grades: Mehta Bluffs, Takes Big Swing for Hellebuyck
General manager Sunny Mehta’s biggest move to date lands veteran goalie Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets as the Devils seek stability in net. After trading Jacob Markstrom to Florida, New Jersey swaps forward Dawson Mercer, goalie Nico Daws, forward Alexander Command, forward Nick Bjugstad, a 2029 second‑rounder and a 2027 seventh‑rounder for Hellebuyck, who boasts a Vezina, an Olympic gold medal and a Hart Trophy from the 2024‑25 season. Hellebuyck carries an $8.5 M cap hit through 2030‑31 and is returning from knee surgery, but his career .916 SV% suggests upside. The Jets receive depth pieces and picks, while the Devils keep top prospects and first‑round assets. Trade grades: Devils A‑, Jets B+.
Connor Hellebuyck Trade: Devils, Jets Finalize Blockbuster Deal
The New Jersey Devils are close to sealing a blockbuster trade for Winnipeg Jets star goalie Connor Hellebuyck, the three‑time Vezina winner and 2024‑25 Hart Trophy MVP. In exchange, New Jersey would send forward Dawson Mercer, goalie Nico Daws, forward Nick Bjugstad, 2026‑12th‑overall pick Alexander Command, plus a 2029 second‑round and a 2027 seventh‑round pick. Hellebuyck, 33, is on a seven‑year, $59.5 million contract with an $8.5 million cap hit and a season‑long no‑movement clause. The Devils, currently 6‑4‑0 but struggling with a .880 team save percentage, must navigate cap space and likely salary retention to fit Hellebuyck. GM Sunny Mehta, who has already moved Simon Nemec and added Luke Evangelista, aims to address the goaltending weak spot before the Devils host the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday.
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