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Devils Daily: Defense Reinforcements Inbound; Early NHL Trade Market

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8 months ago

October 22, 2024

New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43) controls the puck against Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Conor Sheary (73) during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

The New Jersey Devils hit the ice for morning skate at 10:30 A.M. this morning ahead of their home-ice tilt with the Tampa Bay Lightning later this evening. Yesterday, there was a lot that went down. We broke it all down for you in the links.

First, the Devils reassigned their top prospect. He’s headed to Utica, while a left-shot defenseman is brought up to the varsity squad. That’s just a temporary band-aid, however. The Devils have reinforcements inbound after a bit of good news from their head coach. Plus, the bench boss’ concern with their effort in front of their home crowd.

Elsewhere, Calgary is in the NHL trade market, Pittsburgh’s head coach is angry, and an update on 2024 first overall selection.

Let’s do that hockey.

Devils News

New Jersey Hockey Now: The big news of the day, head coach Sheldon Keefe confirms Devils defensemen Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce returns are imminent.

More NJHN: Sheldon Keefe cited the NHL schedule as something hindering Seamus Casey, but the Devils’ head coach hinted what perhaps is the main reason for the rookie defenseman’s demotion.

Even More: Following their overtime loss to the Capitals, Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe was outwardly unhappy with his team’s home ice performance… and that wasn’t the first time.

Devils Stock Up/Stock Down: In the latest edition, an unlikely bottom six forward steps up, while a lack of effort is an early concern.

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NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now

Sportsnet: According to Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy, the Calgary Flames are in the NHL trade market for a second line center.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan isn’t playing around through the Penguins’ early season struggles. Monday, Sullivan angrily stopped practice during more than one drill.

San Jose Hockey Now: Whereas Macklin Celebrini was once considered day-to-day, it’s now been two weeks, and San Jose Sharks GM Mike Grier explains it will be at least two more weeks for the Sharks star.

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