What do the Devils do with Dawson Mercer this summer? | Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images Dawson Mercer has been a productive player and a mainstay in the Devils lineup since he debuted in 2021-22. After taking a step back this year, what will his next contract look like? With the 2023-24 season in the books for the New Jersey Devils, it’s time to look ahead … [Read more...] about New Jersey Devils RFA Profile: Dawson Mercer
Utica Comets Prospect Update: That’s a Wrap
Isaac Poulter was a rare bright spot this season for the Comets. | Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Comets crashed short of the playoffs, but avoid the basement, finishing sixth in the North Division. So, there’s that. It’s official. The Utica Comets will miss the post-season. The Devils AHL affiliate ended their year on Sunday with a 3-2 loss … [Read more...] about Utica Comets Prospect Update: That’s a Wrap
DitD & Open Post – 4/24/24: Surgery for Timo Edition
Timo Meier #28 of the New Jersey Devils skates during the third period of the game against the New York Islanders at the Prudential Center on April 15, 2024 in Newark, New Jersey. | Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 4/24/24 Here are your links for today: Devils Links We learn of yet another injury Timo was … [Read more...] about DitD & Open Post – 4/24/24: Surgery for Timo Edition
The Stretch Pass Was Missing From the Devils’ Attack in 2023-24
Dougie Hamilton was a huge source of stretch passes for the Devils last year. Without him, the Devils lost multiple elements of attack. | Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images While the clear answer to the Devils’ ills was Dougie Hamilton, losing him was just another step in this team becoming slower and less threatening. When Dougie Hamilton went down with his … [Read more...] about The Stretch Pass Was Missing From the Devils’ Attack in 2023-24
Sofia is the Place: A 2024 World Championships Division II Group B Preview
Are you ready for Dries Blockx? Is anyone ready for Dries Blockx? | Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/NurPhoto via Getty Images Sofia, Bulgaria is the place where Division II Group B of the 2024 IIHF World Championships will be held. Georgia is here due to punishment from Group A; Belgium is looking to move up after finishing second last year; Taiwan joins the group; and Turkey … [Read more...] about Sofia is the Place: A 2024 World Championships Division II Group B Preview