Author: Sara Schlechtweg

What Went Wrong for the 2023-24 New Jersey Devils

The 2023-24 NHL season was one of high expectations for the New Jersey Devils. Coming off a franchise-best 112-point and 52-win season, the Devils were widely projected to take another step forward in their quest for the Stanley Cup. However, as the playoffs begin, New Jersey sits on the outside looking in, facing an early […]

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Owen Tippett falls in front of Devils goalie, Kaapo Kahkonen.

Devils Shutout in Stadium Series Rematch | 04/13/2024

The New Jersey Devils lost 1-0 to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday in their final road game of the season. It was a low-scoring affair, with the Flyers playing extremely conservatively to keep their playoff hopes alive. With the loss, the Devils fell to 38-38-5, while Philadelphia improved to 38-32-11. Game Recap Period One It […]

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Morgan Reilly and Alexander Holtz race for the puck at the Prudential Center.

New Jersey Devils Eliminated from Playoff Contention with Loss to Toronto Maple Leafs | 04/09/2024

The New Jersey Devils lost 5-2 to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night at the Prudential Center. The Devils struggled with puck possession throughout the game and didn’t put enough chances on net. With the loss, the Devils fell to 37-37-5, while the Maple Leafs improved to 46-23-9. Game Recap Period One After a […]

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Brendan Smith celebrates his goal against the Ottawa Senators

Devils Survive a Third Period Rally and Take Down Ottawa Senators | 04/06/2024

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-3 on Saturday night at Canadian Tire Centre. Despite controlling play for the first two periods, the Devils had another rough third period, narrowly escaping with a regulation win. With the victory, the Devils improved to 37-36-4 and kept their slim playoff hopes alive. The Senators fell […]

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Nick DeSimone defends against Auston Matthews

Devils Stay Alive with Massive Victory over Toronto Maple Leafs | 03/26/2024

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-3 on Tuesday night at Scotiabank Arena in a high-scoring, back-and-forth contest. Jake Allen came up huge for the Devils, and their offense was opportunistic, earning an essential two points in their playoff push. With the win, the Devils improved to 36-33-4, while the Maple Leafs […]

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Devils Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with Shutout Victory over Islanders | 04/24/2024

The New Jersey Devils defeated the New York Islanders 4-0 on Sunday evening on Long Island, earning their first shutout of the season. The Devils got the job done with a strong bounce-back performance less than 24 hours after losing to the Ottawa Senators and tallied a necessary two points against a division rival. With […]

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Dawson Mercer defends Clayton Keller

Playoff Hopes Dim as Devils Suffer Ugly Loss to Coyotes | 03/16/2024

The New Jersey Devils fell 4-1 to the 27th place Arizona Coyotes on Saturday evening at Mullett Arena. Another poor showing in the first period proved too big a hill to climb for New Jersey as they lost the season series to the Coyotes and dropped two crucial points in the playoff standings. With the […]

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Jake Allen's first game in net for the New Jersey Devils

Devils Shine in 6-2 Victory over Dallas Stars | 03/14/2024

The New Jersey Devils defeated the Dallas Stars 6-2 on Thursday night and climbed to just four points out of a playoff position. Despite numerous injuries on the blue line, the Devils put together a complete effort defensively and got excellent play in net to earn a huge victory over one of the league’s best […]

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Timo Meier scores a hat trick on Binnington

Meier Leads Devils to Much Needed 4-1 Victory over St. Louis Blues | 03/07/2024

The New Jersey Devils defeated the St. Louis Blues 4-1 on Thursday night at the Prudential Center. Riding a hat trick from Timo Meier, the Devils put together a complete effort at both ends of the ice to earn an essential two points in their playoff push. With the victory, the Devils improved to 31-28-4 […]

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Timo Meier and Drew Doughty race for puck

Devils’ Playoff Hopes Take Another Blow with 5-1 Loss vs. Los Angeles Kings | 03/03/2024

The New Jersey Devils fell 5-1 to the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday afternoon in Los Angeles. The same trends that have hindered the Devils all season were on full display as they gave up another important two points in the playoff standings. With the loss, New Jersey fell to 30-27-4, while the Kings improved […]

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