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The New Jersey Devils got a lot of answers this week that will help shape their immediate future.

They are known to have the 12th pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. They know the salary cap is $104 million.

However, should they select 12th overall? And, how will the official salary cap affect New Jersey next season?

Both the answers are in the link given below.

Elsewhere, why the Blueshirts have it worse, their pick in Florida, and more.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: There will be some points on this in today’s daily. There is only one thing the Devils should do with the 12th overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft. And it doesn’t elevate any player to that position. More inside.

Sunny Mehta will have to navigate the official salary cap numbers that became official yesterday. Here’s how the new salary cap will affect the Devils’ 2026-27 outlook.

📺 devil’s rink report: Now that the Devils know they have the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, could they use him in a package to acquire a top-six forward? We break it down in the latest Devils Rink report.

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Colorado hockey now: Brock Nelson has been an excellent NHLer for a long time. However, he has remained under the radar most of the time. Now, he is a Selke Trophy finalist. The Colorado Avalanche forward is finally getting his flowers.

Florida hockey now: Perhaps one of the teams that could be a problem for the Devils is the Florida Panthers. They have the pick ahead of the Devils at ninth overall, and could potentially move up their selection as well.

Montreal hockey now: Here’s how Nick Suzuki’s consistency and leadership paved the way for the Montreal Canadiens captain to join the Selke Trophy conversation.

Athletic ($): John Chayka’s reputation is certainly divisive. Can the Toronto Maple Leafs—who are trying to fix their reputation—pull this off?

More confirmed ($): While the Montreal Canadiens are flying high, here’s why the New York Rangers are worse off after front-office turmoil.

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brighton and hove albion There is a fresh concern after Diego Gomez suffered an injury early in Sunday’s game against Tottenham, adding to the uncertainty over his midfield plans at a crucial stage of the season.

The Paraguayan’s importance is increasing for Brighton, especially as Fabian Herzeler continues to rely on energy and ball progression from central areas. Gomez has offered that balance in recent months, combining forward running and quick distribution with a direct involvement in goals.

Herzeler addressed Gomez’s situation with some positivity on Monday morning, but now the Paraguayan press brings more details.

Latest updates from journalist alvaro aponte This suggests that the situation is somewhat more serious than initially expected.

Medical tests have revealed injury to the meniscus as well as injury-related edema, swelling, and fluid in the knee. There is also mention of ligament involvement in the tibiofibular region, which raises further concern.

Initial estimates point to a recovery period of approximately 4 to 6 weeks. That timeframe is still provisional, as Brighton are expected to conduct further testing within five to seven days to determine the full extent of the damage.

midfield balance is affected

Diego Gomez began to play a visible role in the Brighton team. their ability to cover ground And his attacking performances made him an important part of the team, especially as the fixtures began to pile up.

In his recent appearances, he has shown a willingness to press hard and gain possession quickly. At the same time, he has kept his passing simple and effective, which has helped Brighton maintain momentum in midfield.

Losing that profile, even temporarily, forces Herzeler to rethink the combinations. Brighton already rely heavily on technical midfielders, and Gomez provided a slightly different dynamism – a more physical presence without sacrificing technicality.

what happens next

Diego Gomez now faces a stint in what could be a crucial part of Brighton’s programme. The Club will await follow-up assessment before confirming a definitive recovery plan.

In the short term, Brighton are likely to rely more heavily on their existing midfield options, but this injury could also impact their approach to squad management in the coming weeks. This may also have an impact Other teams are planning to buy him.

For Gomez, the focus will be on recovery and making sure there are no long-term complications. Knee injuries, especially those involving the meniscus and surrounding structures, require careful handling to avoid injuries.

Brighton hopes the next round of tests will bring more clarity – and ideally, better news than currently feared.

Aston Villa’s Samuel Illing-Junior has experienced an unexpected journey over the past two years.

In early February, sports witness The winger’s loan move from Villa Park to Pisa is covered. This came after his temporary stint at West Brom but Italy was seen as a place where he could make his mark.

The move came as a shock but things started well. Illing-Junior came off the bench against AC Milan and made an impact in the 2–1 defeat.

He also played in attacking midfield against Fiorentina, later making an appearance against Juventus.

However, with things going from bad to worse for the Aston Villa player, there is confusion as to how this happened.

No clarity about Iling-Junior

tuttomerkatoweb Highlights The Aston Villa loanee was denied a inclusion in the Pisa squad for the second consecutive game following Friday’s defeat to AS Roma.

The Italian outlet questioned ‘where has that talent gone?’, as they look back at his time at Juventus.

He played 45 matches for the Bianconeri and scored six goals.

His career has progressively declined since his transfer to Aston Villa. Initially, this was seen as the right move, but his loan moves have been unsuccessful.

The reason for his failure to break into the team for Roma appears to be tactical. Illing-Junior is not injured and it seems manager Oscar Hiljemark has lost confidence in the winger.

Our Opinion: Continuous loan is not helping the player

Every young player needs stability. Illing-Junior was finding it at Juventus and he was starting games. He was increasingly seen as a threat to the left, where he could help those at the front.

However, since then he now has four separate debts. There have been glimpses of his quality but it has never been consistent. Giving so many loans to many clubs did not help them.

The 22-year-old will be desperate for a club where he plays regularly. It likely won’t happen at Aston Villa and the Premier League side may then have to make a decision on his future in the summer.