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Devils Links
Folks, that big, dumb losing streak is over. After 10 straight losses, the Devils (barely) managed to figure out how to beat a team on Tuesday night. The Devils beat the Flyers 6-4, to win their first game at home since March 18. [NHL] [All About the Jersey] [NorthJersey.com]
Elliotte Friedman on a deal for Tom Fitzgerald: “Is New Jersey working towards an extension with Tom Fitzgerald as general manager? Sounds like it. He has term on his contract, but only this season as GM.” [Sportsnet]
Considering how awful the teams around him have been, this seems rather impressive:
Mackenzie Blackwood has recorded 42 wins through his first 100 appearances with the @NJDevils. Only one goaltender to debut with the franchise recorded more victories through that span.
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) April 28, 2021
Need a hint? He's a 4-time Vezina winner and 3-time #StanleyCup champion. #NHLStats pic.twitter.com/RgjUQRK2v4
Hockey Links
ICYMI: Turner Broadcasting has won the rights to the NHL’s secondary broadcasting package. The Athletic reports the deal will net the NHL around $225 million annually, a total value of more than $1.57 billion over the life of the seven-year deal. [New York Post] [The Athletic ($)] [ESPN]
Jeff Zucker of Turner Sports says network’s approach to its NBA studio shows will carry over to its NHL shows. So fun will be allowed. What a concept.
— Helene Elliott (@helenenothelen) April 27, 2021
Wild prospect Marco Rossi on just how serious his harrowing COVID-19 experience was: “I’m just happy that I’m still alive.” [The Athletic ($)]
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