Devils Daily: Markstrom Praised; Shesterkin, Rangers Contract Dispute

You could tell that the New Jersey Devils felt differently when talking about Jacob Markstrom for the first time. It used to be that they had to defend their goaltenders, even if they didn’t really believe themselves, who let in a number of goals in a loss. However, this time around, you could just see in their facial expressions they were experiencing something different. Something… elite.

Jacob Markstrom was fantastic on Sunday despite allowing two goals. And according to the veteran goaltender, that’s just a glimpse of his potential. He explained he has a lot more to learn about his defenseman which can bring him to new heights. It’s certainly exciting for everyone to have a goaltender of Markstrom’s caliber around.

More on Markstrom in the links with some glowing reviews from his teammates and head coach.

Elsewhere, the Devils rivals, the New York Rangers, and Igor Shesterkin are at odds on an extension. Philly extends one of the more touching offers you’ll see all season. And, Joe Thornton’s jersey retirement is going to be star-studded.

Let’s do that hockey.

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New Jersey Hockey Now: Despite the Devils’ 4-2 loss to the New York Islanders on Sunday, Jacob Markstrom received glowing reviews from his new teammates and head coach. (+)

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The Athletic: According to Arthur Staple and Peter Baugh, extension talks with New York Rangers goaltender, Igor Shesterkin, aren’t going quite as smoothly as perhaps hoped. In fact, if it’s not sorted out soon, things will be paused until summer 2025.

Sportsnet: The standoff between the Winnipeg Jets and Cole Perfetti is over. There was the belief that he and Dawson Mercer’s contracts were tied to each other. However, Perfetti comes in under Mercer’s number.

Philly Hockey Now: In the most touching act you’ll see this season, Guy Gaudreau — father of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau — was invited by the Philadelphia Flyers as a guest to one of their practices.

Colorado Hockey Now: The Avalanche announced on Monday that Logan O’Connor has signed a six-year contract extension. The deal, which will keep the veteran forward in Colorado through the 2030-31 season.

Boston Hockey Now: Few people knew who Mark Kastelic was or even cared when he became a member of the Boston Bruins. However, now he’s making a good first impression in his introduction.

San Jose Hockey Now: The San Jose Sharks have announced the expected attendees for Joe Thornton’s jersey retirement weekend. Thornton’s No. 19 will be retired by the Sharks on Nov. 23, before a home game against the Buffalo Sabres. The guest list is jam-packed with Sharks legends.

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