The Devils are shorthanded on the back line as they make a push towards the playoffs in the Eastern Conference.
The New Jersey Devils face significant challenges as key defensemen Jonas Siegenthaler and Dougie Hamilton suffer injuries. Siegenthaler will miss the entire 2024-25 season, while Hamilton's return is uncertain.
The trade deadline came and went, and the New Jersey Devils top six looks the same now as it did before. General Manager Tom Fitzgerald was active in terms
The Devils are reportedly working to sign defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic to a contract extension before the NHL Trade Deadline.
The Devils practiced ahead of a Sunday afternoon game against the Philadelphia Flyers. Trade Deadline acquisitions Cody Glass (#12), Dennis Cholowski (#44), and Daniel Sprong (#10) all were on the ice for their first practice. All expected and healthy players participated as well.
The Devils are looking for a center and scoring depth and are open to adding a top-six forward if one is available.
Metcalf will sign a five-year, $150 million contract extension with the Steelers upon joining them. The extension will include four new years and $132 million in new money, per the report. The new deal comes after Garrett requested a trade and Browns owner Jimmy Haslem reportedly refused to meet with the star defensive end.