Not The Guy: Green’s Devils Utterly Lifeless in Third Period Collapse, Lose 5-2 to Sabres
The Devils cannot lose a game for the rest of the season if they want to play further.
FanFirst Friday: Sunshine and Rainbows Edition
I’m tired of writing about all the bad crap this season. Let’s look at some positives.
It’s Not Babying, It’s Generally a Risk to Start Goalies Back to Back
Martin Brodeur spoke to the media recently about the state of goaltending. He said that goalies today were being "babied" and not playing back-to-back. This post explains why that is not a good idea as well as pushing back on the quote.
DitD & Open Post - 3/29/24: Still Alive Edition
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Appreciating Curtis Lazar’s Contributions to the New Jersey Devils
In a down season for the New Jersey Devils, forward Curtis Lazar has had an up year. With a new career high in points, today we take a moment to appreciate a player who has had a strong campaign.
Moore-On or Moron: Final Stretch Edition
With the Devils in the home stretch of the season, it’s time for some more TAKES.
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Devils Make Most of Their Chances, Beat Leafs 6-3
Led by Meier-Hischier-Bratt, the Devils managed to finish the chances they created and Jake Allen made 42/45 stops to secure their 6-3 victory.
New Jersey Devils Prospect Update: It’s Not all Doom and Gloom - The Thunder March towards the Kelly Cup
At least one Devils affiliate is having a fine season. Let’s take a look at something positive for a change.
Things The Devils Should Try Down the Stretch
The Devils are not quite out of it, and not quite in it either. Here are some things they should try for the rest of the season, while not giving up on it.
DitD & Open Post - 3/25/24: Timo’s Time Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/25/24
Kaapo Kahkonen Leads New Jersey Devils To First Shutout Victory Of Season In 4-0 Win Over New York Islanders
A big second period provided all the offense the Devils needed, and Kahkonen did the rest
Weekly Metropolitan Division Snapshot: 3/24/2024 - 3/30/2024
In the twenty-fourth weekly Metropolitan Division snapshot of this season, the Carolina Hurricanes nearly swept their week, the New York Islanders nearly lost their week, and there is plenty of pressure for a week ahead. Learn about what happened and what’s next for the division in this post.
Disappointment at Home, Again: New Jersey Devils Buried by Ottawa Senators, 2-5
The New Jersey Devils ended a three-game stay at home with an ugly 2-5 loss to the playoff-less Ottawa Senators. Turnovers were punished and offense died out. This is a recap of another disappointment at the Rock.
Jake Allen Needs to Be Regression-Proof
The numbers say that Jake Allen is playing out of his mind right now for New Jersey. But they also say that regression is due at some point. But to go on a run, NJ needs him to be regression-proof for a little longer.
FanFirst Friday: Missing Dougie Edition
The Devils have only had their highest paid player for 20 games this season. It’s made life very difficult for the red and black.
What the New Jersey Devils Appear to Getting from Kevin Bahl
Kevin Bahl is a defenseman on the New Jersey Devils. He has played in every game for the team so far this season. What are the Devils apparently getting from Bahl this season? This post explores Bahl’s stats this season.
DitD & Open Post - 3/22/24: Jake is Rolling Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/22/24
Devils Knock and Thrash Winnipeg Jets in 4-1 Domination
The Devils worked way harder than Winnipeg tonight.
Can Jake Allen be a Part of the Solution for the New Jersey Devils?
Since his acquisition at the trade deadline, Jake Allen has been effective in net for the Devils. While he should not be relied upon as the starter next season, could he still be an important piece in helping the team return to success?
What Qualities Should the Devils Look For In Their Next Head Coach?
The Devils are in the market for a new head coach. What traits should they look for from potential candidates?
DitD & Open Post - 3/20/24: Rule Changes Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/20/24
Dawson Mercer And Timo Meier Score Twice, Jake Allen Stands Tall as New Jersey Devils Defeat Pittsburgh Penguins, 5-2
A lot of things that usually go wrong for New Jersey went right tonight in the win over Pittsburgh
New Jersey Devils European Prospect Update: End of Season Review
As European leagues move on to the post season, the Prospect Update takes a look at who grew this year and who may have slipped down in the pool.
The Grass is Not Always Greener: What's Really Wrong With the Devils?
Since the coaching change, the Devils are 2-5-0. It’s almost like the problems ran a bit deeper.
DitD & Open Post - 3/18/24: Playing Out the String Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/18/24
Devils Stifled in 3-1 Loss Against Golden Knights
After a potentially season-ending loss to Arizona, there was some—not much, but a byte-sized modicum of—hope that they might win the second half of the back to back and defeat the reigning Stanley Cup champions. Vegas’s team defense proved too much to overcome, however, and the Devils lost 3-1.
Weekly Metropolitan Division Snapshot: 3/17/2024 - 3/23/2024
In the twenty-third weekly Metropolitan Division snapshot of this season, only the New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes won their weeks. The Washington Capitals improved their playoff odds while the others faltered. All this and more in this week’s division snapshot.
Disgrace in the Desert: New Jersey Devils Soundly Beaten 1-4 by Arizona Coyotes
Thanks to a terrible first period and Karel Vejmelka playing great in the net, the New Jersey Devils were soundly beat 1-4 by the Arizona Coyotes today. This is a recap of Another Bad Start for Another Bad Loss in a Devils season full of them.
Timo Has Been Trying to Justify That Contract
Timo Meier has had a disappointing season by all metrics, but he has been mostly fantastic over the last 10 games, trying to keep this team afloat when it seems like so many want to just let it sink.
FanFirst Friday: Fitz’s Friendship and Family Fiesta Edition
Tom Fitzgerald has repeatedly talked about creating a culture of family and togetherness with the New Jersey Devils. It might be part of the problem.
Non-Non-Devils Anecdotes & Sherman Abrams in 2024
Should the New Jersey Devils tank the remainder of 2023-24? No. This and other anecdotes about the team and Where It Is Now.
DitD & Open Post - 3/15/24: Missing Bobbleheads Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/15/24
Allen Outduels Oettinger, Forwards Provide Goal Support in 6-2 Victory Over Stars
The Devils headed to Dallas to face one of the Western Conference’s better teams. Jake Allen’s first game in a Devils uniform got off to a rocky start. Then he took over.
The New Jersey Devils Should Not Have Named Travis Green Interim Coach
Looking today at why the New Jersey Devils switching from Lindy Ruff to Travis Green was a mistake.
The Devils Are a Broken Team, But It Is Fixable
This Devils team needs to grow up over the summer and come to camp with the understanding that this can never happen again.
DitD & Open Post - 3/13/24: Clownery Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 3/13/24
Utica Comets Update: Back in the Basement Edition
While Utica continues to struggle for consistency, there has been at least one bright spot in recent games — the conditioning stint of power forward, Nolan Foote.
New Jersey Devils’ No-Show Effort, Matt Rempe’s Ugly Elbow, The Story in 3-1 Loss To New York Rangers
The Devils were dominated from the opening whistle tonight, and Jonas Siegenthaler left after Rempe’s illegal headshot to the defenseman’s face
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