Devils Daily: Fitzgerald’s Plans; Mittelstadt on the Move?

Rightfully so, fans of the New Jersey Devils are frustrated due to the regression this season. Some have even said they should throw in the towel and try again next season. However, it sounds like they will be aggressive ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline to try and make an upgrade.

One obstacle they might face is their prospect pool is weaker than it was in the past, according to expert prospect scouts.

Elsewhere, speaking of Devils prospects, a former Devils first-round pick is receiving high praise with his new club. Philly could target a high-profile center out of Buffalo. Colorado could, too. They’re in the market for a center.

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils News

New Jersey Hockey Now: Despite the New Jersey Devils’ struggles this season, a report suggests General Manager Tom Fitzgerald will remain aggressive ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.

The Athletic ($): Last year, the Devils’ prospect pool ranked close to the top at second overall. However, it’s dropped a whopping 20 spots since then. Scott Wheeler analyzes why.

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NHL.com: The 4 Nations Face-Off will be here before you know it. The staff at the NHL projected who might be on Team USA‘s roster.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Metropolitan Division race is tight. Here’s a look at how the division’s trade deadline could pan out and how the Pittsburgh Penguins can bully their way into the playoffs.

San Jose Hockey Now: The reviews are in for former Devil Shakir Mukhamadullin’s NHL debut and NHL scouts are quite excited about the San Jose Sharks defenseman. (+)

Colorado Hockey Now: The top two centers on the market have been traded. The Colorado Avalanche certainly need a center. so where does that leave them?

Philly Hockey Now: The Philadelphia Flyers have expressed their seriousness about making hockey trades that make sense for the organization, whether it be for now, the future, or both. They now have the opportunity to prove it by making a Casey Mittelstadt trade with the Buffalo Sabres.

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