The New Jersey Devils' win over the weekend doesn't change anything. It is likely that they will come up with some things by Friday, including some names that can be considered.
NHL insider David Pagnotta joined me on Friday's podcast to discuss Dawson Mercer and how his name has come up several times. You can find the YouTube link to that conversation below.
Also below, how other teams view Dougie Hamilton.
Elsewhere, a Vincent Trocheck reunion? Auston Matthews calls Toronto, and Igor Shesterkin claims "not English."
Let's do that hockey.
Devil's Trade Rumors and News
The Athletic ($): Regardless of how you feel about Dougie Hamilton's play, he is still viewed as a top-pairing defenseman in the league. That's why he can still expect a solid return at the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
📺 Devils Rink Report: On Friday's episode of Devils Rink Report, NHL insider David Pagnotta talked about where he thinks the core and its surrounding big names can move forward. Dawson Mercer as a bubble core guy is a name that has come up a few times.
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NHL Trade Talk, News and National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: Igor Shesterkin has done this before. And now, he has done it again. The Russian goaltender was injured and unavailable to speak when the New York Rangers published the letter waving the white flag on their season. Recently, when asked about this, he jokingly said that he "does not know English."
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Another great win for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Here's how they survive without Sidney Crosby.
Florida Hockey Now: Man, Matthew Schaefer is incredible, isn't he? However, their heroics on Long Island defeated the defending Stanley Cup champions, who see their season come to an end. Do the Florida Panthers have any reason to keep believing?
Detroit Hockey Now: Here are some of the top centers on the NHL trade market right now. So, what are the Detroit Red Wings willing to sacrifice for what?
Toronto Hockey Now: As the season winds down, Auston Matthews says the Toronto Maple Leafs are "embarrassing."
Carolina Hockey Now: Could they be a reunion for Vincent Trocheck? Reports suggest that the Carolina Hurricanes are one of the teams pursuing him before the deadline.
