There are a lot of good things about both the New Jersey Devils and the league in today’s newsletter.
Starting from the player comps the Devils’ young defensemen just received, to Jack Hughes’ big day in the Bronx, there’s a lot to dive into.
Despite my hoarse voice, we still got back to the microphone yesterday. Johnny Lazarus joins me for a great discussion, and you won’t want to miss it.
Plus, Matthew Neese’s trade request revealed, Blueshirts trade talks and the controversy in Ottawa.
Devil’s Trade Rumors and News
Athletic ($): This was meant to be a power rankings article, but the interesting thing people seem to be developing in New Jersey is the development of 22-year-old blueliners Luke Hughes and Simon Nemec and the players they are being compared to. More inside.
New Jersey Hockey Now: Yesterday, Devils superstar Jack Hughes was joined by fellow USA women’s team gold medalist Erin Frankel to throw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium before the tilt with the Miami Marlins. More from Pat Pickens on Jack’s eventful day.
📺 devil’s rink report: In the latest Devils Rink Report, I’m joined by Johnny Lazarus, host of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast and Morning Cuppa’ Hockey, to discuss the goalie battle, Jack Hughes’ reign, offseason speculation and much more.
Full episode here 👇🏼
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NHL Trade Talk, News and National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: We know the New York Rangers tried to trade Vincent Trocheck at the 2026 NHL trade deadline. However, is it necessary that they move him again in the summer? More from Jim Cerny here.
Toronto Hockey Now: OK, so we know the Devils were interested in Matthew Nease. Well, Nick Kyprios asks the Toronto Maple Leafs to trade him out, he’ll take one of these three trade packages.
Vegas Hockey Now: John Tortorella is off to a fast start with the Vegas Golden Knights. But, will it last?
More confirmed ($): Some controversial comments from Keith Tkachuk on his sons’ podcast have many wondering about Brady Tkachuk’s future in Ottawa. Senators dismissed the comments, turning the online controversy into “white noise”.
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