There was no men's Olympic hockey yesterday, a day before play-ins to solidify the quarterfinals. That way, all the New Jersey Devils in attendance could enjoy a day in Milan, Italy before things got better.
We checked out how each of the Seven Devils is performing up to this point. The barometer is linked below.
Elsewhere, are the Blueshirts ready to draw an offer sheet this summer? Perhaps the promotion in Detroit is exaggerated. And a shocking suspension from France.
Let's do that hockey.
Devil's Trade Rumors and News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Yesterday was a day off due to the end of prelims. The play-in round is going on today to decide who will play in the quarter-finals. Here's a barometer of who among the Devils in Milan is raising their stock and who is lowering their stock.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Okay so at forward, Jack Hughes has been the Devils' best forward. But on the blueline, it's all about Simon Nemec. I explained why on the Devil's Rink Report.
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NHL Trade Talk, News and National Hockey Now
This was an interesting choice. This probably isn't something the San Jose Sharks or Jeff Skinner envisioned when he signed to play in California this summer. However, the Sharks are shopping Skinner. He is on unconditional remission till 2 pm tomorrow, which is likely to clear later today.
The Athletic ($): I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this. But, the French Olympic Federation suspended Pierre Crinnon for the remainder of the Olympics for his fight with Tom Wilson. The IIHF and Canada did not suspend one of the NHL's finest agitators.
Forever Blueshirts: Is an offer sheet an option for the New York Rangers to re-sign this summer? Here are some names they may target.
Detroit Hockey Now: Sebastian Cossa has only had one cup of coffee at the NHL level. Still, he probably has nothing left to prove at the AHL level. Kevin Allen says he looks ready for the Detroit Red Wings. Hey, why not learn from John Gibson?
Carolina Hockey Now: The Carolina Hurricanes signed standout goaltender Brandon Bussey yesterday. Here's how his new deal compares to other NHL netminders.
