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Rangers now must deal with an emerging Devils juggernaut
A word to the wise and all of our other readers, too: Measuring sticks this time of year come in the shape of candy canes. But my goodness, did the...
Devils forward and former Ranger Brian Boyle has leukemia
Sad news came to the hockey world Tuesday when it was announced that former Rangers center and current Devil Brian Boyle has chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The Devils’ team internist,...
Why new Devil sees 'positives' in joining a struggling franchise
It is going to be a big change of scenery and culture for Marcus Johansson, but he is embracing the new attitude. Johansson was traded Wednesday from the Presidents’ Trophy-winning...
Ilya Kovalchuk screws over Devils for last time
Despite the best efforts of Devils general manager Ray Shero, Ilya Kovalchuk is heading back to Russia. Shero attempted to trade Kovalchuk, and that effort intensified over the past four...
This is a turning point for bold Devils, who won't stop now
Ray Shero asked that Devils fans look at his actions as general manager and recognize the direction he is trying to lead the team. And Shero is correct that the...
What Devils do now after taking Kevin Shattenkirk body blow
It is going to be difficult for Devils general manager Ray Shero to see what is going on across the Hudson River this season and not cringe. Shero not only...
Devils setting their sights on Kevin Shattenkirk
Ray Shero finds himself in an enviable position, as the general manager of the Devils has created a relatively blank slate to continue his rebuilding process. Enter his hot pursuit...
Devils have NHL draft guessing with no clear No. 1
As Devils general manager Ray Shero prepares to make the franchise’s first No. 1 overall selection in the NHL draft on Friday night in Chicago, here is the question that...
Is Ilya Kovalchuk coming back to the Devils?
Devils general manager Ray Shero is on the verge of landing yet another asset in his team's rebuilding plan: Ilya Kovalchuk. Shero confirmed on Tuesday that Kovalchuk would like to...
Why nothing came together at Islanders' trade deadline (again)
Another trade deadline passed while the Islanders stood pat. In a move (or lack thereof) that has become commonplace in the tenure of general manager Garth Snow, the Islanders chose...
The deals Garth Snow should explore to save himself and Isles
MONTREAL — Garth Snow lost the summer, is losing the winter and if the Islanders’ general manager is unable to engineer a dramatic reversal of fortune for the NHL’s most...
Phil Jackson bolts, Greg Bird explodes and more 2017 predictions
This is the best day of the year to be a sports fan (well … unless you are a Jets fan. Then every day since Jan. 12, 1969 has been...
Playoff year for Devils? Two key players must come up big
The Ray Shero-John Hynes era is now entering its second season, and the general manager and coach, respectively, still are trying to re-imagine the Devils without the shadow of Lou...
Devils taking next step is test John Hynes has been waiting for
Now entering their second full season without Lou Lamoriello, the Devils are doing all they can to reestablish their identity as a hockey team. There is a clear vision in...
Taylor Hall's electric upside has Devils dreaming big
The lights are not quite as bright in New Jersey as they are over the river in Manhattan, and the scrutiny on the Devils isn’t quite a biting as it...
Why structure of these 3 contracts points to another NHL lockout
Signing bonuses will become a hot-button issue around which the NHL coalesces leading into the 2020-21 Owners’ Lockout IV, because some contracts — such as the ones Steven Stamkos signed...
Devils deal 3rd-rounder for Pens' unproven, talented forward
The Devils needed skill, and they managed to find it outside of the draft. General manger Ray Shero traded the team’s third-round pick (No. 77 overall) in Saturday’s NHL Entry...
Devils land athletic stud with hockey IQ fears, plus extra pick
Devils general manager Ray Shero knew his team needed to restock its prospect pool after four straight seasons out of the playoffs. So with a couple of good options still...
Devils deflect talk of Kovalchuk reunion, but leave door open
The rumors have been floating out of Russia recently that former Devil Ilya Kovalchuk might want to return to the NHL after his abrupt retirement from the league in July...
Will Devils' surprising first half lead to eventual playoff spot?
What has happened, and what might happen over the final three months of the regular season and beyond for the Devils? Let’s look: Devils (25-20-5, tied for second wild card)...