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Free Agent Profile: James Neal
It’s only June 17th and already, the wheels of NHL free agency have begun to turn. As we all know, the Devils’ biggest needs are a top-four defenseman, and more depth among their 4th-9th forwards. James Neal of the Vegas Golden Knights is one of the top forwards available this summer, and and could
Free Agent Profile: David Perron
The Vegas Golden Knights took the league by storm this season and surprised everyone that follows hockey. That couldn’t have been possible without many players stepping up and playing well above what most thought they were capable of, including free agent David Perron. After bouncing around from four teams in three seasons (Oilers, Penguins, Ducks
Free Agent Profile: Thomas Hickey
Earlier in the week, I examined John Carlson as one possibility the Devils can explore in addressing their need on defense via free agency. With a shallow free agent pool, this leaves the Devils with very few top-four or top-six defensive options they can sign. However, another name that may interest the Devils’ front office
Free Agent Profile: John Carlson
Writer’s Note: The content in this article is the sole opinion of its writer, and does not represent the opinions of the entire Devils Army Blog admin and writing staff. Authors Twitter: @jvillani08 A large theme of the New Jersey Devils 2017-18 season was their struggles on defense. That is why it wouldn’t come as a
Riveters Captain Ashley Johnston Retires
As the offseason in the National Women’s Hockey League continues, we will see the Metropolitan Riveters sign many players. However, with every acquisition comes a departure due to someone signing with a new team or retiring. Today, it has been announced that defender and Captain Ashley “Stretch” Johnston has retired from hockey. The 25-year-old defender
2018 Devils Draft Preview Part II: Trading Down?
Ray Shero recently came out and said he would be open to the idea of trading down in this years draft. This idea has previously been speculated, but to have it explicitly acknowledged by Shero definitely stirs things up. There are a lot of inherent upsides to trading down, one being the chance to reacquire
Gold Medalist Amanda Kessel Returns to Riveters
Riveters Nation was treated to their first signing of the summer. After taking 2017-2018 off to prepare for the Olympics, gold medalist Amanda Kessel will be returning to the Metropolitan Riveters for season four of the NWHL. This signing was absolutely expected after winning the gold medal in Peyongchang during the Winter Olympics, Kessel was
Improved, Stagnated, Bust: Which Prospects Stood Out?
With the end of another season approaching, it is time to check on the Devils prospect pool. Developing young players is a tricky business. A lot of teams struggle to master its nuances and get the most out of their draft picks. The Devils however, have experienced some relative success at developing impactful young players,
Speculating On The Devils’ Potential Offseason Targets
Editor’s Note: The following piece solely reflects opinions of the writer, and is not representative of the entire Devils Army Blog staff Projected to finish last in the East Conference this season, the New Jersey Devils demonstrated they have the talent and tenacity to compete with the NHL’s elite and vie for a playoff spot.
NWHL Joins State Of Hockey, Bring In Whitecaps
Riveters fans there is some big news to announce from the National Women’s Hockey League. It is finally official that the Minnesota Whitecaps will be joining the league as its fifth team for the 2018-2019 season. This is incredible news for the NWHL, as they have been looking to expand beyond their original four teams