New Jersey Devils target draft prospects and bounce‑back players for next season

The New Jersey Devils are preparing for the upcoming NHL Draft, with general manager Sunny Mehta set to make his first selection at No. 12 overall. The team is evaluating prospects such as Swedish forward Viggo Björck, US‑born Tynan Lawrence, and forward Oscar Hemming as potential additions to the roster.

Off‑season priorities also include re‑signing key contributors, adding depth scoring, and addressing goaltending consistency. Analysts have highlighted five players—Timo Meier, Dawson Mercer, Johnathan Kovacevic, Stefan Noesen and Jacob Markstrom—as candidates to bounce back and improve the Devils’ performance in the 2026‑27 season.