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DitD & Open Post - 12/18/24: Winning Puck Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/18/24
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Defensive Dominance Continues; New Jersey Devils Smother St. Louis Blues in 4-1 Victory
The Devils’ stretch of defensive mastery continued in a win to kick off their road trip
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2024-25 Gamethread #34: New Jersey Devils at St. Louis Blues
The New Jersey Devils head to the midwest for a pair of road games midway through December. Their first stop is against the St. Louis Blues for the second and final game against them this season. Fans can talk about the game as it happens here.
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New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: Will Chase Stillman be the next prospect to slip down to Adirondack?
Filmon fell to the Thunder. Will Chase Stillman be next?
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Game #34 Preview: New Jersey Devils at St. Louis Blues
Following a victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, the New Jersey Devils look to continue their winning ways on the road against the St. Louis Blues. Let’s take a look at the matchup in this preview.
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All I Want For Christmas...Devils Edition
It’s that time of year, and...the Devils are not making anyone depressed! Winning hockey teams = holiday season vibe boosts.
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Weekly Metropolitan Division Snapshot: 12/15/2024 - 12/21/2024
In the tenth weekly Metropolitan Division snapshot, the Washington Capitals went 2-for-2, the New York Islanders actually won a week, and the New York Rangers slipped due to their slump. All this and more in this week’s snapshot.
Devils Turn it Up in the Third Period in 4-1 Comeback Win Over Blackhawks
The Devils closed out their homestand with a big final period, where they scored four unanswered to take the game away from Chicago.
A Strong Stretch of Games at 5 on 5
In terms of record, the Devils have been solid recently, but not amazing. But in terms of 5 on 5 numbers, especially expected goals, they have been fantastic.
Tips, Deflections, and Other Not So Common Shots for the 2024-25 New Jersey Devils
Tip-ins and deflection shots and goals happen enough in hockey games for teams, players, and fans to identify them. Yet, the data shows that they are not as common as we think. This post goes into the topic with respect to the 2024-25 New Jersey Devils.
DitD & Open Post - 12/13/24: Team Defense Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/13/24
Impenetrable Defense, Palat, and Hughes Lead Devils to 3-1 Victory Over Kings
The Devils hardly made mistakes tonight, and they were a joy to watch.
As The Forward Core Goes, So Do the New Jersey Devils
When the Devils core group of forwards plays, the rest of the team seems to follow. We look today at why it is important they stay consistent and right the ship from the last two games as early as tonight.
Moore-On or Moron: Holiday Edition
We are back with some more Devils TAKES!
DitD & Open Post - 12/11/24: Ring of Honor Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/11/24
Close Your 5-Hole, Markstrom: New Jersey Devils Lost to Toronto Maple Leafs, 1-2 in Overtime
The New Jersey Devils were struggling to beat a hot Anthony Stolarz in net but did beat him once. Then Jacob Markstrom gave up a terrible, soft goal to Pontus Holmberg. Then the Devils lost to the Toronto Maple Leafs in overtime. What follows is a salty recap.
New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: A Devil in the World Juniors
As World Juniors approaches, some players have already been named to rosters. This post looks at one Devil prospect chosen thus far.
The Death of Print Media and How Devils and Hockey Fans Lost Good Reporting
The Star-Ledger is ceasing print production in less than two months. NJ Advance Media's poor reorganization effort has put a massive dent in Devils reporting while removing a potential future national writer from the hockey world.
DitD & Open Post - 12/9/24: Looking for Help Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/9/24
New Jersey Devils Fall Flat In 4-0 Loss To Colorado Avalanche
Nothing went right for the Devils, and they were outworked and outclassed by the Avalanche
Weekly Metropolitan Division Snapshot: 12/08/2024 - 12/14/2024
In the ninth weekly Metropolitan Division snapshot, the Washington Capitals remained in first, the New York Islanders held onto one third period lead, and the New York Rangers made big moves after a big loss to the New Jersey Devils. All this and more in this week’s snapshot.
At What Point Do They Decide to Ride Jake Allen More?
Jacob Markstrom was brought in to give the Devils improved, competent NHL-level goaltending. But so far, Jake Allen has been the better netminder for this team.
On A Night Of Milestones, New Jersey Devils Secure 3-2 Win Over Seattle Kraken
There was lots to celebrate before the game, and the Devils made sure there was lots to celebrate after the game
Luke Hughes’ Character is that He is a Great Defenseman
You would not know it by his point totals. Yet, Luke Hughes is a great defenseman in this league. This post backs that up with a close look at his 5-on-5 on-ice situational data.
DitD & Open Post - 12/6/24: 4 Nations Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/6/24
Jack Hughes Looks Like Jack Hughes Again for the New Jersey Devils
Coming off of injury and a slow start (for him) to 2024-25, Devils star Jack Hughes has looked more like his premier player self in recent weeks.
In a Year Where There Is No Great Team, the Devils Should Be Creative and Aggressive In Going For It
Fortune favors the bold, and in a year with no clear cut favorite, being bold might be the difference between a championship and being an also ran.
DitD & Open Post - 12/4/24: Glory Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/4/24
Devils Prospect Update: Streaky Comets Win Fifth Straight Game with 33 Save Shutout from Nico Daws
After an atrocious start, the Utica Comets have begun to right the ship with a five game winning streak.
Stunned: Floundering Rangers Smacked Down in 5-1 Devils Victory
With Peter Laviolette’s seat heating up in Manhattan, the Devils came into town and brought a bit of fuel for the fire.
Trade Options That Can Give the New Jersey Devils a Boost
The Devils could use some more scoring as they are slated for top playoff spot. Who is out there?
DitD & Open Post - 12/2/24: Goals Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 12/2/24
The November 2024 Month in Review of the New Jersey Devils
The second month of the season wrapped up for the New Jersey Devils. They went 9-5-0. While shutout four times, they scored 44 goals in the other 10 games, put up statement wins, and remain locked into a playoff position. This post goes over what happened in November.
Weekly Metropolitan Division Snapshot: 12/01/2024 - 12/07/2024
In the eighth weekly Metropolitan Division snapshot, the Washington Capitals got hot to take first, the Pittsburgh Penguins got hot at all, and the New York Rangers stumbled. All this and more in this week’s snapshot
New Jersey Devils Fall Flat In 6-5 Loss To Washington Capitals
The Devils wrapped up the season series against the Capitals with a sloppy effort
Hockey at the Rock - Episode 26: Not Much to Complain About
Hockey at the Rock is back after some serious technical difficulties have been resolved. Dan and John talked about the first 24 games of the New Jersey Devils season. For the most part, its been good without a ton of complaints. Which will likely change by the next episode.
The Curse of the Slow Starts…Once Again
Last season, the Devils were very poor when it came to starting games, seemingly always giving up the first goal. Well, recently, their play in the first 10 minutes of games hasbeen reminiscent of last season.
The Stars Shine In New Jersey Devils’ 5-4 Comeback Win Over Detroit Red Wings
After a terrible start to this game, the Devils leaned on their top guns for a Black Friday victory